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We provide answers. Whether you need to know how to design a more energy-efficient house, care for native plant life, or develop a youth leadership program, Palm Beach County/UF-IFAS Extension has the answers.

As the local branch of the University of Florida, the Palm Beach County Extension office has access to the latest research and technology on more than 2,000 subjects of interest. The University's expertise is available to small business owners, farmers, builders, home owners, parents, children, and the general public.

We provide education.........

  • To improve the quality of human life.
  • To protect and sustain natural resources and environmental systems.
  • To help our food, fiber, and agricultural industries of Florida stay competitive.

We are part of both the University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) and Palm Beach County Government. We help apply the benefits of research and university expertise to solve your problems and concerns. As part of a publicly funded educational network, we link the expertise and resources of federal, state, and local partners.

Your Palm Beach County/UF-IFAS Extension Program is dedicated to serving the educational and research needs of area residents. In addition, volunteers devote countless hours to Extension programs. The agency is assisted by Advisory Committees which provide guidance in determining future program needs and developing long-range plans.

Through the combined efforts of UF and Palm Beach County faculty and staff, volunteers, and Advisory Committees, your Palm Beach County/UF-IFAS Extension Program strives to remain responsive to the needs of area residents and visitors, taking a leadership role in disseminating the latest technological information.

Your Palm Beach County/UF-IFAS Extension Program is...

The University of Florida and Palm Beach County helping people, business leaders, and government officials address issues and needs through education and research.

How we as the Palm Beach County/UF-IFAS Extension help you.........

Agriculture

  • Animal/plant production and marketing.
  • Agribusiness management.
  • Education for small farm owners.
  • Safe and efficient use of pesticides and fertilizers.
Empire Sod Planting

Family and Consumer Sciences Nutrition Education

Family & Consumer Sciences

  • Food safety.
  • Food and nutrition education.
  • Parenting and nurturing infants and young children.
  • Money management.
  • Neighborhood strengthening through volunteer involvement.
  • Hurricane/disaster preparation.

Agricultural Economic Development Program

  • Diversifying and enhancing Agricultural Opportunities in Palm Beach County
  • Identifying and developing new markets and products
  • Promoting job creation and growth
  • Assistance in creating value-added Agricultural products.
 
 

Environmental Horticulture

  • Selection and placement of plant materials for energy and water conservation.
  • Landscape design and management.
  • Mulching and composting practices that reduce, reuse, and recycle yard trash.
  • Use of plants to attract desirable wildlife.
  • Commercial nursery production and marketing.
  • Master Gardener Program to assist with landscape and gardening questions.

4-H/Youth Development

  • More than 50 project areas from which to choose, including citizenship, marine science, animal/pet care, and many others.
  • Leadership training for teens and adults.
  • Organizing community and school 4-H clubs.
  • School enrichment curriculum or curricula.
  • Learning life skills.
  • Animal and pet care.
Not really 4-H
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