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Welcome to UD Cooperative Extension

 

In 1869, the University of Delaware (UD) College of Agriculture and Natural Resources was established as the state’s land-grant university with a mission consisting of three elements: teaching, research and “extension”.

Cooperative Extension fulfills the third part of this mission: bringing knowledge to the people of Delaware. Today, we offer university knowledge, research and resources — just for you! You have questions. We have expert answers.

From nutrition classes and Master Naturalist courses to 4-H youth clubs and programs that support local agriculture — UD Cooperative Extension has something for everyone!

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Getting involved with UD Cooperative Extension is an excellent way to support and improve your Delaware community. Whether you're volunteering as a 4-H Adult Leader or donating to support your local Master Gardener program, UD Cooperative Extension is grateful to have your involvement!



Managing Spotted Lanternflies
 

This destructive, invasive insect poses a threat to Delaware's agricultural economy. This winter and spring, it is important to watch for and destroy their eggs by scraping them into a plastic bag with rubbing alcohol.

Video: How to destroy Spotted Lanternfly eggs: youtube.com/watch?v=PbXYQR0oQVw



Trending stories

  • A baby chick on green lawn next to colorful cracked egg shells.

    Don’t wing it: What you should know before adopting that chick

    March 21, 2023 | Written by Katie Young, Digital Content Specialist
    You’ve seen the stories; each year, well-meaning folks adopt chicks only to find themselves unprepared for the commitment. We won’t let you be one of them—here’s what you need to consider before you commit a fowl.
  • Fuel for the Future: How to practice sustainability with food

    March 21, 2023 | Written by Gina Crist, Community Health Specialist and Health and Well-being Program Leader
    How can you support sustainability with your food choices? Here are four ways that you can try!
  • Unwelcome insect hitchhikers

    March 16, 2023 | Written by Lauren Bradford
    Spring brings warmer weather, blooming flowers and the unfortunate re-emergence of the spotted lanternfly, a prolific invasive insect reviled for the havoc it wreaks on forests and cropland.
  • Clarity on carbon credits

    March 14, 2023 | Written by Michele Walfred
    The University of Delaware College of Agriculture and Natural Resources in partnership with the Delaware Department of Agriculture, hosted a Carbon Symposium on March 1, 2023 in Harrington. With wide variations of contracts and reward systems continually evolving, the first event’s goal was to clarify numerous questions farmers had about the carbon credit trading market.



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