Florida First Detector Workshop

Florida First Detector Workshop

Florida First Detector aims to increase the role of volunteer network and residents in early detection of invasive pests

By UF IFAS Extension Broward Urban Horticulture

Date and time

Wednesday, May 15 · 9am - 1pm EDT

Location

3245 College Ave

3245 College Avenue Davie, FL 33314

About this event

  • 4 hours

Florida First Detector aims to increase the role of volunteer network and residents in early detection of invasive pests of agriculture, nursery industries, and natural areas.​

This FREE workshop includes: presentations on invasive insect pests & plant diseases, sample submission instructions to UF Insect ID Lab and Plant Diagnostic Center, and other collection tools. There will be lots of hands-on activities, as well!


The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and listening devices, please contact Lorna Bravo, lbravo1@ufl.edu, at least 2 weeks in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.

An Equal Opportunity Institution.

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UF IFAS Extension Broward Urban Horticulture

South Florida landscapes are beautiful and can present unique challenges, our Horticulture agents and Master Gardeners offer research-based assistance, information, and service. Our events bring the University of Florida's research and science to Broward residents through a hands-on learning approach.