UF IFAS Extension Hardee County

UF IFAS Extension Hardee County We provide educational programs to residents of Hardee County in Agriculture, Natural Resources, Horticulture, Family & Consumer Sciences and 4-H.

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05/29/2026
Calling Hardee County farmers and ranchers:The University of Florida is conducting a research study on mosquito-borne di...
05/11/2026

Calling Hardee County farmers and ranchers:
The University of Florida is conducting a research study on mosquito-borne diseases that may affect farmers and farm workers.

If you are interested in participating on this study, please access the
following survey: https://ufl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_42Rzkt2u84VpBzM?Q_CHL=qr

Farmers, Ranchers and Farm workers will be compensated with a $50.00 gift card if eligible.

For registration and further information, please contact the research team at: [email protected]

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04/24/2026

🚧 Notice for Today & Tomorrow 🚧

UF/IFAS Extension Hardee County is having construction done in our main parking lot today.

👉 Please use the back dirt road entrance to access the building.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while improvements are being made!

04/23/2026

Nutrient budgeting is a strategic management process designed to track the flow of minerals within an agricultural system to maximize efficiency and protect the environment.

Come work with us! Residential Horticulture Extension Agent position - 🌿 Job Opportunity in Hardee County! 🌿The Hardee C...
04/20/2026

Come work with us! Residential Horticulture Extension Agent position -

🌿 Job Opportunity in Hardee County! 🌿
The Hardee County UF/IFAS Extension Office is currently hiring an Extension Agent I–IV – Residential Horticulture. This is a 12-month, permanent faculty position focused on educating the community about residential landscapes, horticulture, and research-based practices that help create healthy environments and communities.

📚 Qualifications:
A Master’s degree is preferred with at least 5 years of Extension experience (or equivalent). Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree working toward a Master’s degree are also encouraged to apply.

🌱 Position Responsibilities Include:
• 50% – Residential horticulture programming, including Mosquito
Control and Florida-Friendly Landscaping programs
• 45% – Leading the Hardee County Master Gardener Volunteer
(MGV) Program
• 5% – Supporting the 4-H youth program through horticulture-
related activities

💻 Ideal candidates should be able to:
• Use computers and apply social media to their work
• Organize and motivate people
• Manage volunteers and work effectively in teams
• Demonstrate skills in strategic planning, project management,
and adaptability
• Manage multiple priorities and respond to unexpected situations

🌼 If you are passionate about sharing horticulture knowledge and
serving your community, we encourage you to apply!

🔗 Apply here:

https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/539140/extension-agent-i-iv-residential-horticulture

2026 Ag Safety Day - In Sebring today.We are serving over 130 farm workers in collaboration with UF, AdventHealth, Centr...
03/25/2026

2026 Ag Safety Day - In Sebring today.
We are serving over 130 farm workers in collaboration with UF, AdventHealth, Central Florida Health Care, FDACS, and other partners.

🌿 Core Pesticide Test Preparation 🌿General Standards (Core) Exam Prep – Hybrid ClassJoin us on April 24, 2026 at 9:30 AM...
03/20/2026

🌿 Core Pesticide Test Preparation 🌿
General Standards (Core) Exam Prep – Hybrid Class
Join us on April 24, 2026 at 9:30 AM to get prepared for your Core Pesticide Exam!
📍 Location: UF/IFAS Extension DeSoto County
2150 NE Roan Street, Arcadia, FL 34266
Whether you're new or need a refresher, this class will help set you up for success.
👉 Click on the link below to sign up!

Get ready for the Pesticide Core Exam with this hands-on, in-person prep training session! Consider attending it online or in person

Know someone who needs their pesticide license or CEUs? Join us for our Private Pesticide Test Prep Class on May 12, 202...
03/20/2026

Know someone who needs their pesticide license or CEUs?

Join us for our Private Pesticide Test Prep Class on May 12, 2026, from 9:00 AM–12:40 PM!

Spots are limited—click the link to save yours today!
📍 UF/IFAS Extension Hardee County, 507 Civic Center Dr., Wauchula, FL 33873

This exam preparation course provides a structured class of essential pesticide principles and regulations to support Private Pesticide Appl

🌿 Job Opportunity in Hardee County! 🌿The Hardee County UF/IFAS Extension Office is currently hiring an Extension Agent I...
03/13/2026

🌿 Job Opportunity in Hardee County! 🌿

The Hardee County UF/IFAS Extension Office is currently hiring an Extension Agent I–IV – Residential Horticulture. This is a 12-month, permanent faculty position focused on educating the community about residential landscapes, horticulture, and research-based practices that help create healthy environments and communities.

📚 Qualifications:
A Master’s degree is preferred with at least 5 years of Extension experience (or equivalent). Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree working toward a Master’s degree are also encouraged to apply.

🌱 Position Responsibilities Include:
• 50% – Residential horticulture programming, including Mosquito Control and Florida-Friendly Landscaping programs
• 45% – Leading the Hardee County Master Gardener Volunteer (MGV) Program
• 5% – Supporting the 4-H youth program through horticulture-related activities

💻 Ideal candidates should be able to:
• Use computers and apply social media to their work
• Organize and motivate people
• Manage volunteers and work effectively in teams
• Demonstrate skills in strategic planning, project management, and adaptability
• Manage multiple priorities and respond to unexpected situations

🌼 If you are passionate about sharing horticulture knowledge and serving your community, we encourage you to apply!

🔗 Apply here:
https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/539140/extension-agent-i-iv-residential-horticulture

Address

507 Civic Center Drive
Wauchula, FL
33873

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18637732164

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