The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources released on April 11 a chocolate-cherry jam recipe to coincide with the upcoming California cherry season. The organization encourages people to try making the jam, which can be used as an ice-cream topping, stirred into yogurt, or used for desserts like brownies and cheesecake.
This announcement is part of ongoing efforts by the University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources to connect research and practical information with community needs. The group manages Cooperative Extension services as part of the University of California system, according to the official website.
The university’s programs are supported through public contributions that help fund its various initiatives, according to the official website. In addition to funding support, it utilizes nine research and extension centers that serve as laboratories representing California’s diverse ecosystems, according to the official website.
Each year, University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources conducts over 33,000 educational events and involves more than 18,000 volunteers in its activities across the state, according to the official website. Its work has been recognized for providing trusted services that link scientific research directly with local communities’ needs.
The organization also promotes sustainable practices aimed at strengthening resilient ecosystems and supporting economic vitality in California agriculture, according to the official website.