FUNCTIONS AND ACTIVITIES
Some examples of specific activities and responsibilities
of the Vegetable Research and Information Center include the following:
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Publish an Annual Report highlighting recent accomplishments and documenting UC contributions to problem-solving research |
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Distribute a newsletter and provide source material for use by Farm Advisors in county-based extension programs |
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Write and publish extension bulletins, technical reports and analyses of issues critical to the vegetable industry |
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Organize statewide industry short courses |
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Provide administrative support for liaison with commodity research boards and other industry and public groups |
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Identify and maintain a database of UC personnel and projects related to vegetables |
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Implement an electronic communications network among participants in the Center |
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Organize campus seminars and develop materials for use in student recruitment |
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Actively seek and target special funds to priority research and outreach projects |