UF/IFAS Extension
Brevard County
The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Extension in Brevard County is a partnership between UF/IFAS, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), and Brevard County government, providing educational programs based on the latest research and technology.
Contact
brevard@ifas.ufl.edu
(321) 633-1702
3695 Lake Drive
Cocoa, FL 32926
Hours
Monday - Friday
8am - 5pm
Farmers Market Thursday 3-6pm
Conserving Water at Home
The news these days seem to be all about the current heat wave in the United States. Even in places like Ireland, which usually sees average temperatures this time of year around 64-68°F (17-20°C), they’ve had high temperatures reaching the low 30’s°C (86-89°F)
07/23/2018
Climate Change Is A Current and Future Issue
The nation’s economy, public health, infrastructure, and natural resources face an immediate and continued threat from climate change impacts, warns the comprehensive 4th National Climate Assessment (NCA4) released on November 23, 2018.
The report is broken down into chapters on sectors such as water, energy, land use, forestry, coastal effects, marine
12/03/2018
What's Going on in Florida
Achieve Your 2019 Financial Goals with Free Financial Guidance
Hillsborough County residents can receive free one-on-one financial education on basic personal finance topics from University of Florida Master Money Mentor volunteers.
Mentors can meet at a time and community location that fits an individual’s needs
12/14/2018
The 4-H Hunting Discipline Is More Than Just Hunting!
The Florida 4-H Shooting Sports Program offers young people a variety of entry points into wildlife conservation and outdoor knowledge. The 4-H Hunting and Wildlife discipline is one of several projects offered through the shooting sports program
11/09/2018
Peanut Butter Challenge Fights Hunger, One Jar at a Time
We hear a lot about hunger.
You’ve no doubt seen public service announcements on television, asking you to give to charitable organizations to help feed people
10/04/2018
Kids in the Kitchen: Recipes Kids Can Cook for Thanksgiving
Turkey, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, macaroni and cheese, pumpkin pie…cooking a Thanksgiving meal can be tiring and stressful! Why not invite your kids into the kitchen to help out?
I know, I know…you’re wondering how having your kids in the kitchen to help is supposed to make Thanksgiving easier. But with a little forethought and planning, there are plenty of recipes your kids can make independently or with minimal assistance
11/16/2018
Fall Plant Sale
The Brevard Discovery Garden is hosting a fall plant sale Saturday, November 17 at 9 a.m
11/16/2018
The 4-H Hunting Discipline Is More Than Just Hunting!
The Florida 4-H Shooting Sports Program offers young people a variety of entry points into wildlife conservation and outdoor knowledge. The 4-H Hunting and Wildlife discipline is one of several projects offered through the shooting sports program
11/09/2018
Sustainable Floridians Program
Have you thought about living more sustainably, but don't know where to start? Or are you interested in how you can convince others to live more sustainably? If so, this discussion-to-action program is just for you. Join UF/IFAS Extension Brevard County beginning October 30, 2018 for the University of Florida Sustainable Floridians℠ program!
10/05/2018
