UF/IFAS Extension
Broward County
Broward County Extension Service is a partnership between the University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS), and Broward County government, to provide non-biased, research-based information to Broward citizens.
Contact
broward@ifas.ufl.edu
(954) 756-8550
3245 College Avenue
Davie, FL 33314
Hours
Monday - Friday
8 am - 5 pm
Time to Focus on Self-Care
We have all been through quite a lot throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and many of us have learned a lot about our own habits and the activities of others. Maintaining good health and adopting positive behaviors that promote wellbeing are very important to a healthy and satisfying life
07/26/2021
Sustainability in Urban Food Production in Broward County
Article by UF/IFAS Extension Broward County Urban Horticulture Agent Lorna Bravo
Why is Sustainable Urban Food Production Important?
Globally, more than half of the population is living in urban areas that rely upon external supplies of resources, such as food and clean water. It is projected that 2
07/13/2021
What's Going on in Florida
BBQ with Broward 4-H!
Broward County 4-H proudly hosted its third annual barbecue tailgate competition in November 2019. We are grateful to Mission BBQ, Magic Cow Ice Cream, the
09/19/2020
A Boost for Hernando County’s Scallop Season
Over the last year, a team of volunteers worked hard to help give the bay scallop population off Hernando's coast a much-needed boost. These volunteers go by the name of "Scallop Sitters
07/27/2021
Get Your Trees Ready for Storm Season Now!
Trees are one of a homeowner's most important assets.
They provide beauty to our neighborhoods, enhance property values, shade and cool our homes and reduce our energy bills
07/08/2021
Provide for Wildlife- The Queen Butterfly
Article by UF/IFAS Extension Broward County Urban Horticulture Agent Lorna Bravo
Our urban Yards are the first line of defense to protect local wildlife.
Recognizing the urban home landscape as part of a more extensive natural system will help us make sound decisions in creating a Florida-Friendly landscape
06/30/2021
Much Ado About Weeds
Now that the rainy season is officially here, weeds will explode in our plant beds. There is much ado about weeds
06/24/2021
Food Allergies and Food Allergens: Focus on Sesame
Many Americans have food allergies and are affected by food allergens when a specific food is eaten. Food allergies occur when the body's immune system reacts to certain proteins in food
06/04/2021
