UF/IFAS Extension Polk County
Discover the power of research-based learning with UF/IFAS Extension Polk County by following our Eventbrite page.
We offer a wide range of programs designed to enhance your life, home, and community, such as Natural Resources and Conservation programs covering urban forestry, invasive species, and aquatic ecosystems; Residential Horticulture, including lawngrass management, beneficial insects, and the Master Gardener program; and the Florida-Friendly Landscaping program with a focus on drought-tolerant options and waterfront protection.
Dive into Family and Consumer Science topics like chronic disease management and healthy eating, or learn about Small Farms programming covering practices such as beekeeping and backyard poultry and livestock. Pesticide applicators can access license testing, CEU classes, and exam prep courses. Follow our page and stay up-to-date on our diverse offerings!
UF/IFAS Extension Polk County is a partnership between the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) and the Polk County Board of County Commissioners. UF/IFAS Extension is an Equal Opportunity Institution.
Love Your Shoreline & Protect Your Water the Florida-Friendly Way
Tue, May 19 • 5:30 PM
Lake Crago Recreational Center
Free
Sold Out
Beekeeping Basics Workshop 2026
Thu, May 28 • 9:00 AM
UF/IFAS Polk County Extension Service
From $23.18
General Standards Pesticide Core Exam Prep. Training (Summer 2026)
Thu, Jun 18 • 8:30 AM
Brenneman Auditorium
From $12.51
Private / Row Crop Applicator Pesticide Prep. Training (Summer 2026)
Thu, Jun 25 • 8:30 AM
UF/IFAS Extension Polk County
From $17.85
Ranch Ready: Emergency Skills for When Minutes Matter
Fri, Jul 24 • 8:30 AM
UF/IFAS Extension Office / Stuart Center
From $10.00
10 Plants, 10 Butterflies: Simple Ways to Attract Butterflies to Your Yard
Tue, Jul 28 • 10:00 AM
Lakeland Public Library
Free
Love Your Shoreline & Protect Your Water the Florida-Friendly Way
Tue, May 19 • 5:30 PM
Lake Crago Recreational Center
Free
Sold Out
Beekeeping Basics Workshop 2026
Thu, May 28 • 9:00 AM
UF/IFAS Polk County Extension Service
From $23.18
General Standards Pesticide Core Exam Prep. Training (Summer 2026)
Thu, Jun 18 • 8:30 AM
Brenneman Auditorium
From $12.51
Private / Row Crop Applicator Pesticide Prep. Training (Summer 2026)
Thu, Jun 25 • 8:30 AM
UF/IFAS Extension Polk County
From $17.85
Ranch Ready: Emergency Skills for When Minutes Matter
Fri, Jul 24 • 8:30 AM
UF/IFAS Extension Office / Stuart Center
From $10.00
10 Plants, 10 Butterflies: Simple Ways to Attract Butterflies to Your Yard
Tue, Jul 28 • 10:00 AM
Lakeland Public Library
Free