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What Is Cooperative Extension?
Cooperative Extension is a nationwide educational network that brings the research and knowledge of land-grant institutions to people in their homes, workplaces, and communities. Extension links the resources and expertise of more than 3,000 county Extension offices, 105 land-grant colleges and universities (which include historically black colleges, tribal colleges, and institutions serving the U.S. territories), and the federal government through USDA’s Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service (CSREES). Extension educators deliver research-based programs through workshops, home-study courses, web-based learning tools, and other methods to give people the knowledge, skills, and motivation to improve quality of life and business opportunity and profitability. The emphasis of Extension programs is on sustained action by learners.
Who We Are
The Parks and Recreation Division's Extension Education Section was established to provide research-based information to Broward County residents and businesses for improved quality of life and business profitability.
Extension Education is a collaborative effort between Broward County Government and the University of Florida. Program areas continually evolve to dynamically meet the needs of the residents. Information and educational programming cover a wide variety of areas.
UF/IFAS Broward County Extension Office
3245 College Avenue
Davie, FL 33314-7719
Phone: 954-370-3725 Fax:954-370-3737
Information Update
Master Gardener Program Has Record-Breaking Year
The numbers are in, and they’re impressive. During the fiscal year ending September 30,2008, Florida Master Gardeners served a total of more than 46,000 clients in Broward County, double the number served the previous year. According to Dr. John Pipoly, urban horticulture extension agent, that number represents more than 8,300 phone calls, more than 7,200 emails, and nearly 3,700 walk-ins, as well as the more than 27,000 people who took part in 495 educational programs. Master Gardeners donated nearly 12,500 volunteer hours. Anyone wishing information on the Master Gardener program should call 954-370-3725.
Water Restrictions effective September 19, 2008 (PDF- 92KB)
Chemically Speaking - September 2008 (PDF - 384KB)
For more information and management recommendations, regarding ficus whitefly, visit Dr. Catharine Mannion's Ornamental Entomology Website.
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Program Areas
Urban Horticulture
Urban horticulture programs are designed to help residents with environmental and pest control needs. Master Gardeners, Horticulture Technicians and Extension Agents are always available to assist with landscape and gardening questions. Programs, such as Florida Yards and Neighborhoods, teach residents to maintain attractive landscapes while reducing yard waste, pesticide, fertilizer & water use. Together, we keep Broward green! More...
Commercial Horticulture
Nursery production, landscape installation, landscape maintenance, and arboriculture account for over $250 million in annual sales in Broward County. Hundreds of firms employ thousands of individuals helping contribute to a strong economy and beautiful environment. Workshops, seminars and diagnostic services are provided to help these industries be environmentally friendly, successfully managed and on the cutting edge of issues. More...
4-H Youth Development
 4-H is for youth, ages 5 to 18, who want to meet new friends, learn great skills, and become active, informed members of their communities. 4-H is a non-formal, fun learning program where youth are able to maximize their talents through hands-on educational activities.
The Broward County 4-H program offers hands-on education in many different areas, including marine science, food and nutrition, photography, horticulture, small animals, horses, computers, and more! 4-H also offers leadership opportunities through participation in public speaking, environmental awareness summer camp, 4-H Congress, and Legislature Week. More...
Family Nutrition Program (FNP)
This program is fully funded by the University of Florida. The nutrition experts located at the Broward County Extension office have developed a nutrition education program for families and individuals who are on a limited budget. More...
For local FNP information, contact Brenda Marty Jimenez at 954-370-3725 or 954-382-5880.
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