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
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
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
What's Going on Near You
How to Convert Your Yard to a Florida-Friendly Landscape
Horticulturist Linda Seals will walk you through the steps to convert your yard into a Florida-Friendly LandscapeTM that not only conserves water, but will also be the envy of your neighbors! Take home your own landscape plan designed by you (with a little help from us) and start growing!
What You Get
Design tools and supplies to use in class for designing your yard
Expert advice and tips
A real plan to help you start creating your.
05/29/2018
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
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
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
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
