UF/IFAS Extension
Monroe County
The Monroe County Extension Office is dedicated toward serving Monroe County by providing objective information to individuals, businesses, and agencies for better decision making and by creating programs and services that provide learning opportunities that empower people to improve their lives.
Contact
monroe@ifas.ufl.edu
(305) 292-4501
1100 Simonton St.
Ste. 2-260
Key West, FL 33040
Mangrove Diamondback Terrapin
Diamondback Terrapins are small turtles that live in the brackish waters of estuaries from Massachusetts to Texas. They can be found in tidal creeks and rivers, bays and sounds, salt marshes, and mangrove systems
04/04/2023
2023 Water Ambassador Webinar Series
The Water Ambassador lunch and learn webinar series is back for 2023!
Join UF/IFAS Extension for the Virtual Water Ambassador lunch and learn webinar series. The Water Ambassador Program is an educational partnership between Martin County and UF/IFAS Extension that unites and empowers residents who have an interest in protecting local waterways and giving back to their communities
02/20/2023
‘Near Normal’ Hurricane Season Means Take All Precautions
The 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season begins June 1. Are you ready?
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is predicting a "near normal" Atlantic Hurricane Season this year
05/30/2023
National Higher Education Day: My Journey to Higher Education
Who knew there was a whole day to celebrate higher education? I sure did not, but higher education is worth celebrating. National Higher Education Day, June 6, 2023, is dedicated to recognizing the importance of higher education and its impact on individuals, communities, and societies
06/01/2023
Control Your Cholesterol
Many people have been told to watch their cholesterol level and dietary intake because their bloodwork showed a high cholesterol reading. Cholesterol is a type of fat that is carried in your blood
06/01/2023
Stay Active for Better Health
Staying physically active has so many benefits! Your body is meant to move. No matter your age or fitness level, you can add more activity to your life
06/01/2023
Grilling is Fun When Your Food is Properly Done
Nothing says summer like a backyard barbeque. But before you fire up the grill, make sure you're taking the proper precautions to avoid foodborne illnesses
05/31/2023
