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Malt barley in Delaware
Article by Michele Walfred | November 08, 2019
UD’s research on malt barley a conduit for industry and farmers
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Harnessing the power of play
Article by Kelly Bothum | September 04, 2019
UD teams help bring Play Streets to life
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Teaching the A's and Bees of food
Article by Lauren Bradford | May 17, 2019
Information on food production, waste, and healthy eating with Delaware youth
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Find a complete listing of our Extension staff at our various offices.
Welcome to UD Cooperative Extension
We connect the public with university knowledge, research and resources to address youth, family, community and agricultural needs. On an everyday basis, Extension:
- Enhances agriculture production and environmental sustainability,
- Engenders leadership and volunteerism in youth and citizens and a voice to communities,
- Provides the strategies for living a healthy lifestyle,
- Guides children on the road to responsible adulthood, and
- Makes the quality of life better for every resident of the state.
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CALL FOR 2020 COOPERATION EXTENSION SCHOLARS
The Cooperative Extension Summer Scholar Program connects university knowledge, research and resources with the public to address youth, family, community and agricultural needs.
The goal of Cooperative Extension is to help individuals, families and communities make informed decisions that can enhance their lives. The organization generates and disseminates research-based information, provides focused educational opportunities and builds relationships that create effective solutions.
Trending issues
Spotted lanternfly
Delaware Department of Agriculture has quarantined some zip codes in New Castle county and are continuing their monitoring program for spotted lanternfly.
Dining with Diabetes
Two new 5 class series' will be offered this fall in Dover (in English) and Wilmington (in Spanish), designed for people with diabetes and their family members.
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Harnessing the power of play
Article by Kelly Bothum | September 04, 2019
UD teams help bring Play Streets to life
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Ag Day 2019
Article by Dante LaPenta | April 19, 2019
Community invited for College of Agriculture and Natural Resources’ annual, signature event on April 27
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Honor for UD grad, now Auburn president
Article by Dante LaPenta | April 23, 2019
Auburn University president Steven Leath headlines George M. Worrilow and Distinguished Alumni Awards
Upcoming events
Eating healthy
Healthy Farmers Market Choices (Recipes)
Farmers markets are blooming everywhere, offering fresh local produce as well as other already prepared food, crafts and fun activities.
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