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
“Look Before You Lock: Preventing Child Hyperthermia in Hot Cars
Every summer, we hear tragic news reports about children left alone in cars and dying from overheating, also known as hyperthermia. These terrible incidents are unfortunately more common in the state of Florida
04/30/2018
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
What's Going on in Florida
Personal Finance Webinars
Free, Live, Interactive Online Personal Finance Classes
Webinar: Federal Income Taxes & Your Paycheck
Description: Is the correct amount of federal income taxes being withheld from your paychecks? An IRS representative will demonstrate an online withholding calculator that can be used to calculate the correct amount of federal income tax withholding.
Date: September 19, 12:00PM – 1:00PM EST
Register at
09/17/2018
7 Tips for Safe Travel on Summertime Vacations
Summertime is here, and for many families that means setting out on a vacation. Whether traveling near or far, it’s important that families keep safety in mind
06/06/2018
Sanjay Shukla and UF/IFAS Extension Innovation
Innovation has long been a value embedded in UF/IFAS Extension programming. From our first days over a century ago to what we are delivering today, Extension faculty have been committed to using technology and innovation in the delivery of educational programs
06/25/2018
Celebrate the 4th of July with Firework Safety
Tomorrow families will celebrate the 4th of July with friends and families. Many of these celebrations will include fireworks
07/03/2018
Hurricane Season: Understanding Homeowner’s and Renter’s Insurance
Hurricane season … that time between June 1 and November 30 everyone living in the Atlantic Basin region loves to wish away… is here. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has predicted this year to be normal or above normal, with 10-16 named storms; 5-9 of which could become hurricanes, including 1-4 “major” hurricanes
06/06/2018
7 Tips for Safe Travel on Summertime Vacations
Summertime is here, and for many families that means setting out on a vacation. Whether traveling near or far, it’s important that families keep safety in mind
06/06/2018
How to Check Your Water Meter to Find Hidden Leaks
Just as you regularly check your bank balance, your vehicle odometer, or even your weight, you should periodically check your water meter. By checking your water meter, you can detect hidden water leaks that may be costing you money and wasting water
05/29/2018
