UF/IFAS Extension Polk County

UF/IFAS Extension Polk County

Discover the power of research-based learning with UF/IFAS Extension Polk County by following our Eventbrite page.

We offer a wide range of programs designed to enhance your life, home, and community, such as Natural Resources and Conservation programs covering urban forestry, invasive species, and aquatic ecosystems; Residential Horticulture, including lawngrass management, beneficial insects, and the Master Gardener program; and the Florida-Friendly Landscaping program with a focus on drought-tolerant options and waterfront protection.

Dive into Family and Consumer Science topics like chronic disease management and healthy eating, or learn about Small Farms programming covering practices such as beekeeping and backyard poultry and livestock. Pesticide applicators can access license testing, CEU classes, and exam prep courses. Follow our page and stay up-to-date on our diverse offerings!

UF/IFAS Extension Polk County is a partnership between the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) and the Polk County Board of County Commissioners. UF/IFAS Extension is an Equal Opportunity Institution.

Primaire afbeelding van Colorful Shrubs

Colorful Shrubs

maandag om 10:00

Winter Haven Public Library

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Primaire afbeelding van Lunch & Learn: Microirrigation for Home Landscapes

Lunch & Learn: Microirrigation for Home Landscapes

dinsdag om 12:00

Haines City Public Library

Gratis

Primaire afbeelding van Vegetable Gardening  - Get Growing!

Vegetable Gardening - Get Growing!

ma 18 mei, 10:30

Studio 37

Gratis

Primaire afbeelding van Love Your Shoreline & Protect Your Water the Florida-Friendly Way

Love Your Shoreline & Protect Your Water the Florida-Friendly Way

di 19 mei, 17:30

Lake Crago Recreational Center

Gratis

Primaire afbeelding van Growing and Cooking: Summer Style

Growing and Cooking: Summer Style

di 26 mei, 10:00

Lakeland Public Library

Gratis

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Primaire afbeelding van Beekeeping Basics Workshop 2026

Beekeeping Basics Workshop 2026

do 28 mei, 09:00

UF/IFAS Polk County Extension Service

Vanaf $ 23,18

Primaire afbeelding van General Standards Pesticide Core Exam Prep. Training (Summer 2026)

General Standards Pesticide Core Exam Prep. Training (Summer 2026)

do 18 jun, 08:30

Brenneman Auditorium

Vanaf $ 12,51

Primaire afbeelding van Private / Row Crop Applicator Pesticide Prep. Training (Summer 2026)

Private / Row Crop Applicator Pesticide Prep. Training (Summer 2026)

do 25 jun, 08:30

UF/IFAS Extension Polk County

Vanaf $ 17,85

Primaire afbeelding van Pollinators and Their Havens: A DIY Workshop

Pollinators and Their Havens: A DIY Workshop

vr 26 jun, 10:00

Lakeland Electric

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Primaire afbeelding van Growing Caladiums in the Home Landscape

Growing Caladiums in the Home Landscape

di 30 jun, 10:00

Lakeland Public Library

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Primaire afbeelding van Ranch Ready: Emergency Skills for When Minutes Matter

Ranch Ready: Emergency Skills for When Minutes Matter

vr 24 jul, 08:30

UF/IFAS Extension Office / Stuart Center

Vanaf $ 10,00