FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
I have a project and want to put it out on the station. What do I do?
How do I set up a project meeting?
How much will it cost for my project?
How do I make changes in a current project?
How do I make a land allocation request?
How do I make a land release notice?
How do I report a problem or make a suggestion?
How do I get information about Homeowner problems?
I have a project and want to put it out on the station. What do I do?
The CRC-AES* and CVARS* facilities are available for use by all UCR researchers with AES Projects. The process begins with a Project Meeting with the staff at Ag Ops. The staff will work with the researcher to develop the cultural program that will meet the project protocol requirements. The meeting also serves to reduce the potential for misunderstandings to make it a success. Besides the importance to Ag Ops for implementation of cultural practices, this meeting can be very useful to the researcher in planning the project and, even, in preparing a grant proposal. The meeting has the most value the earlier it occurs in the project planning process. The project meeting usually takes between ½ hr and 1 hr.
After the meeting, a Land Allocation Form* is prepared by the researcher and signed by the requesting Department Chair. Projects that are one crop season are usually processed by Ag Ops. The Ag Ops Policy Committee must approve projects that exceed one crop season. The procedure for applying to the Committee is discussed in the Project Meeting.
How do I set up a project meeting?
In setting up the meeting, the researcher contacts Ag Ops by telephone, email, or in-person. Some information will be requested about the project including such things as the type of study, the crop to be used, the size of the plot area needed, the anticipated starting date, the length of time the study will take, and any unusual requirements. This information will allow us to prepare in advance of the meeting by selecting potential sites and to guide us as to which staff members to have in attendance at the meeting that will likely work on the project.
How much will it cost for my project?
The cost for establishment and care of a field research project depends upon the needs of the project. Ag Ops calculates the cost based upon the information gained in the project meeting. The researcher is charged according to the amount of work and supplies needed.
How do I make changes in a current project?
A work order* usually is adequate to make changes in a project. If there are to be major changes, it is useful to call for another project meeting to be sure there will be no misunderstandings as to who does what. If you want to reduce the size of your allocation, complete a Land Allocation Release* form and forward it (fax, email, campus mail) to our office.
If you have an existing project and need Agricultural Operations to perform some work in your research plot complete a work order*, fill out, and attach to an email. It is also possible to come to the Ag Ops office, fill out the work order and talk to someone as to what you want done. That really works well. Include any appropriate FAU information. To set up a project meeting to discuss a new study, call or come by the office to set up an appointment or email a request here.
Download the Soil Work Order* form. Complete the form with the date, your name, department and extension. Include the amount of soil (in cubic yards) and the type of soil mix* you would like. (See here* for images of the process). Select the type of steam pasteurization and finally, indicate the appropriate FAU information. Fax, mail, or bring the completed form to our office. Or, email the completed notice.
Please forward the form at least one week prior to the date you want delivery of the soil. Also, soil trailers are subject to demurrage fees 30 days after delivery of soil order.
How do I make a land allocation request?
Download and complete the land allocation request form*. Then fax it or bring it to our office. A project meeting to determine which site would be the most suitable usually precedes land allocations. The Land Allocation Request must have a valid project number and the signature of the Chair of the requesting Department.
How do I make a land release notice?
Download the land release notice* and send as an attachment to an email. Land release forms can also be filled out in the Ag Ops office, faxed, or mailed.
How do I report a problem or make a suggestion?
For immediate attention, please call or stop by the office. Non urgent messages can be sent from here.
How do I get information about Homeowner problems?
Unfortunately, Ag Ops is not set up to answer questions about problems in the home garden. Contact the UC Cooperative Extension office of your home county (Riverside County residents click here; San Bernardino County residents here). The California Master Gardeners Network are trained volunteers with UC Cooperative Extension to assist California home gardeners and landscapers. In addition, local nurserymen are often very knowledgeable about growing plants in their area and can be an extremely valuable resource.
