UF IFAS Indian River County Extension

UF IFAS Indian River County Extension Indian River County Extension offers educational programs in agriculture, horticulture, natural resources, and 4-H.

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Have you ever noticed there are fewer FMNP courses offered during the summer? A few factors can help explain, the most...
08/28/2026



Have you ever noticed there are fewer FMNP courses offered during the summer? A few factors can help explain, the most obvious being... the Florida heat! There's good news: our lineup of Fall courses is looking just as hot! 😊🌴

This week, we move to Indian River County for an Environmental Interpretation course with Andrea Lazzari UF IFAS Indian River County Extension and Heather Stapleton One Lagoon - Indian River Lagoon National Estuary Program. A graduate from the team's Upland Systems course in March described Andrea and Heather as a, "dynamite duo" for "one of my favorite classes if not The Favorite" 🤠

Sign up today, and spend your Tuesdays and Thursdays for 3 weeks learning how to become a more effective communicator and conservationist: https://bit.ly/45YPQan 🍄

📅 Remember: agendas are posted on a rolling basis, so your perfect class may be posted soon!

Join us for Environmental Interpretation in September!
08/28/2026

Join us for Environmental Interpretation in September!



Have you ever noticed there are fewer FMNP courses offered during the summer? A few factors can help explain, the most obvious being... the Florida heat! There's good news: our lineup of Fall courses is looking just as hot! 😊🌴

This week, we move to Indian River County for an Environmental Interpretation course with Andrea Lazzari UF IFAS Indian River County Extension and Heather Stapleton One Lagoon - Indian River Lagoon National Estuary Program. A graduate from the team's Upland Systems course in March described Andrea and Heather as a, "dynamite duo" for "one of my favorite classes if not The Favorite" 🤠

Sign up today, and spend your Tuesdays and Thursdays for 3 weeks learning how to become a more effective communicator and conservationist: https://bit.ly/45YPQan 🍄

📅 Remember: agendas are posted on a rolling basis, so your perfect class may be posted soon!

Indian River 4-H Ethics classes are now open on the State fair website. Please register for one of the available dates a...
08/28/2026

Indian River 4-H Ethics classes are now open on the State fair website. Please register for one of the available dates asap.

FL Ethics Certification Program teaches youth livestock exhibitors proper animal handling, ethics, and care. Required for 2026 Florida State Fair participation.

🍀Thank you to everyone who came out tonight for the Open House.🍀There was talking, laughing, eating and collaborating! A...
08/28/2026

🍀Thank you to everyone who came out tonight for the Open House.🍀There was talking, laughing, eating and collaborating! And some line dancing too! New and previous 4-H families enjoyed the fantastic conversations. Thank you club leaders, volunteers, parents, and members for all of your effort! This will be a phenomenal year!!

🍀IRC 4-H families🍀Today is the Open House! Come anytime between 6-8 to visit club booths, learn about new programs, and ...
08/27/2026

🍀IRC 4-H families🍀Today is the Open House! Come anytime between 6-8 to visit club booths, learn about new programs, and have fun together with FREE pizza and music!

We're just one week away from this year's Small & Beginning Farmers Mini-Conference and spots are filling fast! Grab you...
08/26/2026

We're just one week away from this year's Small & Beginning Farmers Mini-Conference and spots are filling fast! Grab yours today to learn about starting or growing your small farm.

🚜 Direct access to experts from USDA FSA, USDA NRCS, FDACS, and your local Property Appraiser
🚜 Real-world insights from inspiring local farmers
🚜 Practical tips and guidance from UF/IFAS Extension Agents across Florida
🚜 A free Small Farms Handbook and plenty of other useful resources

Register Now 👉 bit.ly//smallfarms26

🍀This Thursday is the 4-H Open House!🍀Come stroll through the booths, talk to other 4-H families, gather information on ...
08/24/2026

🍀This Thursday is the 4-H Open House!🍀Come stroll through the booths, talk to other 4-H families, gather information on programs, and eat free pizza!🍕

🍀 Indian River County 4-H now has FOUR Certified Rifle Instructors!! Congrats to Mandy, Shelby, Wade and Sheri! 🏅If you ...
08/23/2026

🍀 Indian River County 4-H now has FOUR Certified Rifle Instructors!! Congrats to Mandy, Shelby, Wade and Sheri! 🏅
If you are interested in joining the Shooting Sports program, visit our booth at the Open House this Thursday, Aug 27th at the IG center from 6-8pm! 🍀

We're just two weeks away from this year's Small & Beginning Farmers Mini-Conference and spots are filling fast! Grab yo...
08/19/2026

We're just two weeks away from this year's Small & Beginning Farmers Mini-Conference and spots are filling fast! Grab yours today to learn about starting or growing your small farm.

🚜 Direct access to experts from USDA FSA, USDA NRCS, FDACS, and your local Property Appraiser
🚜 Real-world insights from inspiring local farmers
🚜 Practical tips and guidance from UF/IFAS Extension Agents across Florida
🚜 A free Small Farms Handbook and plenty of other useful resources

Register Now 👉 bit.ly//smallfarms26

🌿 Landscape Professionals: Is GI-BMP Certification on Your 2026 To-Do List? 🌿If you need CEUs, need to earn your GI-BMP ...
08/17/2026

🌿 Landscape Professionals: Is GI-BMP Certification on Your 2026 To-Do List? 🌿

If you need CEUs, need to earn your GI-BMP certification, or simply want a solid refresher on Florida's best management practices, we've got a seat for you!

📅 Wednesday, 16 September 2026
📍 Indian River County Administration Building B, Conference Room B-501, 1800 27th Street, Vero Beach, FL, 32960
⏰ 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Our GI-BMP training brings together UF/IFAS faculty, state specialists, and green industry professionals for a full day of practical, research-based education designed for people working in Florida's landscapes.

And yes- it is an 'all-day class,' but we actually have a pretty good time! 😄🌱

Participants can:

🌿 Earn 5 CEUs
🎓 Complete training for GI-BMP certification
💧 Strengthen knowledge of fertilizer, irrigation, and landscape best management practices
🧑‍🏫 Learn directly from faculty and industry experts
🤝 Connect with other professionals working in Florida's green industry

If certification or CEUs have been sitting on your professional “I need to get that done” list, September 16 is your opportunity to check it off. ✅

🔗 Registration:https://gibmp16septemberenglish.eventbrite.com

Come spend the day learning with us- and leave with something useful for your work, your certification, and Florida's landscapes. 🌴💧

Address

1800 27th Street
Vero Beach, FL
32960

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+17722264330

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