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!
Video: This Is Delaware Cooperative Extension: youtube.com/watch?v=UHPYhBIWRj0
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
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Four Fun Wellness Walks for Family Connection & Wellness
November 21, 2022 | Written by Alyssa WhittakerFall and winter bring a lot of change and may be especially busy for families! Take some time to check in with your family and boost wellness by going on one of these Four Fun Wellness Walks! -
Celebrating Friends of UD Extension
November 03, 2022 | Written by Katie Young and Michele WalfredAt their annual conference on Nov. 2, University of Delaware Cooperative Extension honored four partners as Friends of Extension. This year’s recipients were Valann Budischak, Todd Davis, G. Robert Moore and the Delaware Division of Health and Social Services Diabetes & Heart Disease Prevention and Control Program. The awards were presented by Michelle Rodgers, UD associate dean and director of Cooperative Extension. -
From Tanzania to Delaware
November 01, 2022 | Written by Kate ZinconePlant and soil sciences graduate student Shem Elias conducts research on ginger to take home to Tanzania. -
Why experts say you shouldn't bag your leaves this fall
October 25, 2022 | Written by James Doubek, NPRAs leaves across America make their annual autumn pilgrimage from the treetops to the ground, experts like UD's Sue Barton say it's better to leave them around than to bag them.
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Each year, impact statements summarize the accomplishments of our educational efforts! The latest impact statements are available in both text and infographic formats.
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