CSU, Chico Center for Regenerative Agriculture

Chico State Center for Regenerative Agriculture and Resilient Systems, CSU Agricutlural Research Institute and University of California Office of the President collaborated on the Soil Carbon Accrual Project. This video gives background the project, showcases student involvement and interviews Dr. Cynthia Daley, Director of CRARS, about the importance of the Soil Carbon Accrual Project

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CRARS, ARI and University of California office of the President Soil Carbon Accrual Project. Background on the project, student involvement and interview with D...

CRARS is accepting applications from farms and ranches in select California counties for the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). Selected producers will receive free, one-on-one technical assistance to plan on-farm projects that improve soil health, water retention, nutrient cycling, erosion control, pollinator and wildlife habitat, and the long-term productivity and resilience of their operations. Participants may also receive assistance applying for NRCS financial assistance to help cover eligible project implementation costs. Applications are due August 31, 2026. Contacte a [email protected] with questions.

Apply for Technical Assistance from CRARS by Aug 31>>
https://form.jotform.com/261545611994161

The deadline to apply is August 14th!

The demand for professionals with regenerative agriculture expertise continues to grow.

The CRARS TAP Certification Program helps participants:
✔ Build technical assistance skills
✔ Support conservation planning and implementation
✔ Strengthen knowledge of soil, water, habitat, and grazing systems
✔ Connect with the latest research and tools
✔ Join a growing network of regenerative agriculture professionals

All courses are fully online, self-paced, and include optional live weekly lectures to enhance your learning.

📅 Register by September 8 to begin your journey.

REGISTER>> LINK TO: https://rce.csuchico.edu/regenerative-agriculture

University Communications caught up with Cynthia Daley, PhD. for a Q&A about the recent Working Farmlands Summit held at the University Farm on July 1st. Learn more about the future of farming and outcomes of the summit in this Chico State Today article.

READ MORE >> https://today.csuchico.edu/crars-regenerative-ag-summit/

The demand for professionals with regenerative agriculture expertise continues to grow.

The CRARS TAP Certification Program helps participants:
✔ Build technical assistance skills
✔ Support conservation planning and implementation
✔ Strengthen knowledge of soil, water, habitat, and grazing systems
✔ Connect with the latest research and tools
✔ Join a growing network of regenerative agriculture professionals

All courses are fully online, self-paced, and include optional live weekly lectures to enhance your learning.

📅 Register by September 8 to begin your journey.

REGISTER>> LINK TO: https://rce.csuchico.edu/regenerative-agriculture

Its the last day to apply to be part of the Pollinator Habitat Pilot grant!

Apply NOW>> https://form.jotform.com/261756126462055

Final Pollinator Habitat Program application is still open for one more week!

Check out more info through the QR code or link in the comments.

The University is hiring a Farm Director for the CSU, Chico College of Agriculture to work at the University Farm.

Here’s a link to the job description.
https://jobs.csuchico.edu/ch/en-us/job/559724/farm-director-administrator-iii

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We are pleased to introduce the new logo for the Center for Regenerative Agriculture and Resilient Systems (CRARS) at California State University, Chico.

While our visual identity has changed, our mission remains the same: to generate and share science-based knowledge, support producers and land managers, educate the next generation of agricultural leaders, and foster partnerships that strengthen the resilience of California's working lands and rural communities.

We look forward to continuing this work alongside our collaborators throughout the state and beyond.

Final Pollinator Habitat Program application is still open for one more week!

Check out more info through the QR code or link in the comments.

Final Pollinator Habitat Program application is still open for one more week!

Check out more info through the QR code or link in the comments!