UF/IFAS Extension
Okaloosa County
The UF/IFAS Extension Okaloosa County is the outreach arm of the Institute of Food & Agricultural Sciences at the University of Florida. It is a three-way cooperative arrangement between the Board of County Commissioners, the University of Florida, and the United States Department of Agriculture.
Contact
austin.chisholm@ufl.edu
(850) 689-5850
3098 Airport Road
Crestview, FL 32539
Hours
Monday - Friday
8am - 5pm
Want to become a Certified Drone Pilot?
We are partnering with the Hsu Educational Foundation to provide 2 great classes for new or intermediate level drone pilots!
The first class is June 24, 2021. This class will cover the basics of Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification
06/03/2021
Amazing AmeriCorps
We’re highlighting all things Florida Master Naturalist Program (FMNP) in 2021 as the program marks its 20th anniversary. To learn more about FMNP, view the first blog post here
04/29/2021
What's Going on in Florida
Gardening in the Panhandle LIVE! returns; New topics, same virtual format
February 1, 2021
By: Kirsten Romaguera, 352-294-3313, kromaguera@ufl.edu
Long-time and aspiring green thumbs can ask the experts their gardening questions when “Gardening in the Panhandle LIVE!” returns starting Feb
02/03/2021
Beneficial Garden Bugs: The Good Flies
Not all bugs are alike. Some bugs in Florida are garden pests, because they can do a lot of damage to plants, especially during the growing season
06/17/2021
Try a Club Meeting
Flowers are in bloom, birds are singing and our cars are covered in pollen, spring is in full swing and so is Okaloosa County 4-H! Okaloosa County 4-H offers something for everybody. We have activities, clubs, and programs for ages 5 to 18
04/09/2021
The Mystery of the East Pass
I am a curious person by nature. When I first moved to the Emerald Coast, I had many questions about the area
03/24/2021
Time to apply for 2021 Master Gardener Volunteer Training Course
The University of Florida Extension Office in Okaloosa County is taking applications for the 2021 Master Gardener Volunteer training course.
We are looking for people who will provide volunteer time at the Extension Office in Crestview assisting with our planned educational activities
03/14/2021
Healthy Lawn & Herbicide Timing Play Role in Lawn Weed Control
The first and best method of weed control begins with correct lawn management. This requires knowing the lawn grass you have, mowing it at the correct height, watering it on an as needed basis and fertilizing it correctly
02/22/2021
