The California Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) is a world-respected team of basic and applied researchers. They collectively work on more than 1,100 projects and most also teach courses at the three University of California campuses affiliated with UC Agriculture and Natural Resources. AES scientists' research projects contribute to maintaining an economically viable and environmentally sustainable food, forest, ornamental, and fiber production system for California. They work to ensure a safe, dependable, nutritious, diverse, and affordable food supply. The scientists develop programs to support the preservation and protection of the state's natural resources. Many AES scientists collaborate with UC Cooperative Extension specialists and county-based advisors on their research and education programs.