SF-ADAPT serves small- and medium-scale farmers, particularly those in California's Central Valley. The program also engages technology developers, researchers, and community organizations committed to advancing agricultural practices.

• Local Ag Technology Events – Workshops and continuing education sessions on topics such as taxes, digital technology, production technology, and farm management. Some offerings provide CEUs for Certified Crop Advisors.

• Innovation Connection – Connects farmers with technology developers to trial innovations on-farm and collaborate on pilot projects.

• Testing and Demonstration Sites – Utilizes UCANR’s Kearney Agricultural Research and Extension Center to host real-world testing and equipment demonstrations.

• Networking Opportunities – Provides stipends and support for small farmers to attend key agricultural and technology conferences.

• Small Farm Innovation Challenge – Annual competition inviting practical, tech-enabled solutions for small-scale agriculture from farmers, entrepreneurs, and students.

• Tool Sharing Library – Offers access to shared equipment and tools, supported by demonstrations and training through Kearney REC staff.

• UC Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR)

• Community Alliance with Family Farmers (CAFF)

• Kearney Agricultural Research and Extension Center

• Additional ag-tech developers, researchers, and farmer-serving organizations

Maria Ridoutt-Orozco
Small Farm Technology Advisor
maria@caff.org

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Santanu Thapa
Research–Industry Liaison Coordinator
sbthapa@ucanr.edu