Extension
The climate, soils, hydrology, and biotic and abiotic environment of south Florida pose unique challenges and opportunities for sustainable agriculture in south Florida. The year-round growing season, sensitive environment, and huge travel and trade industry in south Florida require proactive and cutting edge outreach and educational programs for a wide range extension clients: commercial growers, homeowners, local, state and federal agencies.
The Extension activities at TREC offer clientele innovative and science based technology and information in the areas of:
Our extension programs work in conjunction with County Extension faculty and offices throughout south Florida.
The extension faculty at TREC provide programs that integrate information generated locally, regionally, nationally and internationally. These faculty and TREC offer numerous learning and participation opportunities for visiting scientists, post docs, and graduate students interested in subtropical and tropical environments and horticulture.