UD Cooperative Extension

09/04/2026

Happy Labor Day!
In observance of Labor Day, all UD Cooperative Extension offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026. We wish you a safe, relaxing, and well-deserved holiday as we celebrate the hard work and dedication of workers across the nation. 💼🌾
— From all of us at the UD Cooperative Extension

09/04/2026

Mark your calendar for a planned tree giveaway.
Saturday, September 19, 2026 and 9 a.m.

Old National Guard Armory
604 N. Walnut Street, Milford, Delaware

The University of Delaware Cooperative Extension, in Partnership with Milford Community Garden and Delaware Master Naturalist Program, plans to give away trees as part of the Tree for Every Delawarean Initiative (TEDI).

Please check https://dnrec.delaware.gov/events/university-of-delaware-cooperative-extension-native-tree-giveaway/ for updates.

Find information on selecting, planting and caring for trees on the TEDI web page at de.gov/tedi.

The tree species include:

Sweetbay Magnolia (magnolia Virginiana)
White Oak (quercus alba)
River Birch (betula nigra)
Red Maple (acer rubrum)
Red Cedar (juniperus Virginiana)
White Dogwood (cornus Florida)
Eastern Redbud (cercis canadensis)
American Holly (Ilex opaca)
Eastern White Pine (pinus strobus)
PawPaw (asimina triloba)
Persimmon (diopspyros Virginiana)
Serviceberry (amelanchier canadensis)

Supplies are limited, however, and there is no guarantee which species will be available when you make your selection.

The Tree for Every Delawarean Initiative is a collaborative effort involving DNREC, the Delaware Forest Service and other key stakeholders.

09/02/2026

The University of Delaware College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and UD Cooperative Extension offer the Produce Safety Alliance Training at least three times a year, to educate farmers on food safety to reduce the chances of produce contamination on their farms and illness that could be assoc...

09/02/2026

Today, Master Gardeners in New Castle County happily filled the Extension Office in their new location on the CANR campus for their monthly meeting.

From professional development to program planning and sharing, it was a great morning in their new space. Even the indoor plants, established and cared for by the Master Gardeners, especially the Meyer lemon, with its beautiful, fragrant blooms and developing fruit, wanted to be a part of the festivities!

09/01/2026

September is Food Safety Month! Whether you’re eating at a kitchen table, a desk, or a break room counter, safe food starts with clean habits! Before you dig in, take 10 seconds to wipe down your surface, wash your hands thoroughly for 20 seconds, and keep raw meat, poultry, and eggs separate from ready-to-eat foods like produce—from your cart all the way to your table.

We loved seeing these simple habits in action at our Kids in the Kitchen program! Our young chefs learned firsthand why sparkling-clean hands are the ultimate secret ingredient in any great meal.

Learn more about UD Cooperative Extension's Food Safety Program
https://www.udel.edu/academics/colleges/canr/cooperative-extension/nutrition-wellness/food-safety/

08/26/2026

Horticulture: Hands-On Disease and Insect ID Workshop

Thursday, September 17, 4-6 pm.

Test your plant knowledge in this interactive workshop challenge. Participants will rotate through a series of stations featuring plant diseases, insect pests, and puzzling specimens. Using an answer sheet, you'll match each issue or plant to the correct station and see how many you can identify correctly. This workshop offers 1 CNP, 2 Pesticide, and 2 ISA CEU's.

Location: College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Room TBD, 531 S College Avenue, Newark, DE. Instructors: Jill Pollok, Brian Kunkel, and Carrie Murphy

Register now, pay later. Registration fee ($20.00) will be collected at workshop, cash or check made payable to University of Delaware.

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/u/0/d/e/1FAIpQLSdCpajkzCzeL8TUn6BC9PgbctvaHaTFBng4PfQlvuVhUMZ2Fg/viewform?usp=send_form&pli=1&authuser=0

Contact Carrie Murphy with questions/concerns: (302) 831-1426 or [email protected]

08/19/2026

🥗Dining with Diabetes - New Castle County
Take the Stress Out of Your Diabetes Meal Plan!
Managing diabetes starts with what’s on your plate, but we know that’s often the hardest part. Join the UD Cooperative Extension for Dining with Diabetes, a 5-session program designed to help you reduce sugar, salt, and fat without sacrificing flavor!

Class 1: Mealtime Essentials
Class 2: Desserts (Yes, even desserts!) 🍰
Class 3: Main Dishes
Class 4: Side Dishes
Class 5: Seasonal Reunion

📅 When: Tuesdays, October 27, November 3, 10 and 17, 2026
Reunion date: February 23, 2027 (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.)
📍 Where: New Castle County Extension Office: 501 S College Ave, Newark, DE 19716
👥 Who: Anyone! People with diabetes, family members, and caregivers are all welcome.

✨ Generous funding from the Greater Milford Lions Club covers the $50 fee for residents of the Greater Milford area enrolled in this program. Please select the appropriate line on the registration form. (Limited seats available). State of Delaware Diabetes Self-Management Education Program, or Bayhealth Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support Program, can submit their voucher for free enrollment.

Please include your voucher with registration.
Learn more: http://www.udel.edu/0014915

Questions? Contact Kimberly Moore at 302-730-4000 or [email protected]

Following a careful meal plan is the first step in managing diabetes and keeping blood sugars in a therapeutic range. This is also the hardest step in diabetes management. Dining with Diabetes helps by teaching persons with diabetes ways to reduce sugar, salt, and fat in foods, without giving up goo...

08/19/2026

🥗Dining with Diabetes - Kent County
Take the Stress Out of Your Diabetes Meal Plan!
Managing diabetes starts with what’s on your plate, but we know that’s often the hardest part. Join the UD Cooperative Extension for Dining with Diabetes, a 5-session program designed to help you reduce sugar, salt, and fat without sacrificing flavor!

Class 1: Mealtime Essentials
Class 2: Desserts (Yes, even desserts!) 🍰
Class 3: Main Dishes
Class 4: Side Dishes
Class 5: Seasonal Reunion

📅 When: Wednesdays, October 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2026 (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.) Reunion: January 20, 2027
📍 Where: Paradee Center: 69 Transportation Circle, Dover, DE
👥 Who: Anyone! People with diabetes, family members, and caregivers are all welcome.

✨ Generous funding from the Greater Milford Lions Club covers the $50 fee for residents of the Greater Milford area enrolled in this program. Please select the appropriate line on the registration form. (Limited seats available). State of Delaware Diabetes Self-Management Education Program, or Bayhealth Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support Program, can submit their voucher for free enrollment.

Please include your voucher with registration.
Learn more: http://www.udel.edu/0014914

Questions? Contact Kimberly Moore at 302-730-4000 or [email protected]

ABOUT THE PROGRAM Following a careful meal plan is the first step in managing diabetes and keeping blood sugars in a therapeutic range. This is also the hardest step in diabetes management. Dining with Diabetes helps by teaching people with diabetes ways to reduce sugar, salt, and fat in foods, with...

08/19/2026

If you’ve ever wondered who is actually on the ground tackling the mental health and opioid crisis in our rural towns, meet Kim. 👇

After 11 years helping Delaware families eat healthy and live well with UD Cooperative Extension, Kim took on an important mission as an Extension Agent in Prevention Education back in 2023!

She’s leading outreach efforts through a federal grant to bring opioid prevention education and mental health resources to rural Delaware communities. From hosting community webinars to creating support tools, Kim is dedicated to making a difference where it's needed most.

Learn more about Kim's story and work. ⤵️ https://www.udel.edu/academics/colleges/canr/news/2023/february/kim-silva/

08/17/2026

Grow Your Farm. Strengthen Your Skills. Build Your Future.
Join the University of Delaware Cooperative Extension and Horizon Farm Credit for a hands-on educational program designed specifically for young and beginning farmers.

Event Details
📅 Date: Saturday, August 29
⌚Time: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
📍 Location: 866 N. DuPont Hwy, Dover, DE 19901
💲 Cost: FREE (Registration Required)
🍽️ Lunch: Mission BBQ + refreshments provided

Why Attend
Whether you're just getting started or looking to expand your operation, this one-day program delivers practical insights you can immediately apply to your farm business.

You’ll gain:
A clearer understanding of crop insurance and risk management
Confidence in navigating financing and working with lenders
Practical knowledge of financial statements and tax structures
Strategies for smart, sustainable growth
The opportunity to network with other young and beginning farmers and industry leaders

Learn More and Register Here: https://www.horizonfc.com/events/young-and-beginning-farmer-program-ud