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UC Davis has secured a $25 million gift from Dan G. Best II to enhance agricultural technology. The funding includes $12 million for three endowed chairs named for C.L.

Best in the Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering and $12.5 million for the C.L. Best Innovation in Agriculture Fund, which supports scholarships and research. The college is set to open the Resnick Center for Agricultural Innovation in fall 2026, providing advanced resources for robotics, AI, and plant breeding. The endowed chairs aim to address challenges in agriculture, including food security and climate resilience, while fostering collaboration across disciplines.