A man wearing a beige short-sleeved shirt and plaid shorts bends forward outdoors, closely observing or interacting with two children.

UF/IFAS Extension faculty work with communities to find solutions to most urgent issues.

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Learning by doing is helping thousands of 4-H kids of all ages become tomorrow’s leaders.

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UF/IFAS Extension is working to conserve and protect Florida's precious water supply.

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Okeechobee County

Okeechobee County is located in South Central Florida. Okeechobee is home to a diverse group of agriculture industries. Okeechobee's populations has a large seasonal fluctuation. Lake Okeechobee fishing attracts visitors from around the state and country.