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 , Master Naturalist , Master Gardeners to 4-H youth clubs and programs that support local agriculture — UD Cooperative Extension has something for everyone!
Make a Difference
Getting involved with UD Cooperative Extension is an excellent way to support and improve your Delaware community. Whether you're volunteering as a 4-H Adult Leader or donating to supporting an Extension Scholar, your local Master Gardener program, UD Cooperative Extension is grateful to have your involvement!
AGENTS FOR CHANGE
See how University of Delaware agents and specialists are making a tangible impact throughout the First State and beyond. View the latest impact statements in both text and infographic formats.
Recent stories
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De-Stress Your Holidays: Put Protective Factors in Place Now
October 05, 2026 | Written by: Jennifer Seabrook-Scott, Health & Well-Being Extension AgentIt’s coming up on that time of year again: forced social interactions, loneliness and/or grief, and financial strain. To counter these holiday stressors, we can build protective factors now. Protective factors are conditions, attributes, or resources that help people deal more effectively with stressful life events. They act as a psychological shield; while they don't eliminate life challenges, they reduce negative impacts and prevent deeper harm. -
UD Carvel Center’s expanded field and crop tours provide key outreach to Delaware agriculture
September 30, 2026 | Article and photos by Michele Walfred. Video by Cassandra DaleyEvery August, University of Delaware Cooperative Extension experts at the Elbert N. and Ann V. Carvel Research and Education Center in Georgetown open up their 347-acre campus and invite agriculture stakeholders to view first hand the latest research in both fruit and vegetable and agronomic crops. A decades-long tradition, the summer event attracts local farmers, farm-related businesses and vendors, certified crop advisors and anyone with a vested interest in Delaware’s largest economic sector — agriculture. -
UD Extension welcomes Delaware educators for professional development
September 21, 2026 | Article and photos by Michele WalfredOn Sept. 15, the University of Delaware Elbert N. and Ann V. Carvel Research and Education Center in Georgetown welcomed 52 agriscience educators from across the state for a day of professional development. -
Financing the Future of Agriculture: Delaware Agriculture shares feedback with the Federal Reserve Bank
September 14, 2026 | Article and photos by Michele WalfredIn early September, individuals representing a cross-section of Delaware agriculture accepted invitations to a candid conversation with the Federal Reserve Bank. The attendees included produce and grain growers, poultry and dairy farmers, ag lenders, suppliers, commercial poultry integrators, and owners of agritourism venues. The event was hosted by the University of Delaware Elbert N. and Ann V. Carvel Research and Education Center in Georgetown.
Weekly Crop Update
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2026 Mid-Atlantic Crop Management School Registration Now Open
David Owens, Extension Entomologist, owensd@udel.edu Mid-Atlantic Crop Management School November 17-19, 2026 Princess Royale Oceanfront Resort, Ocean City, MD The midatlantic crop management school r...
September 28, 2026 | 08:43 a.m.
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WCU Volume 34, Issue 29- September 25, 2026
WCU Volume 34, Issue 29 September 25, 2026 PDF of WCU Volume 34:29 –September 25, 2026 WCU Subscription Options for 2026: Mail, Email, or Text Vegetable Crops Vegetable Crop Insect Scouting Check Vege...
September 25, 2026 | 12:01 p.m.
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Weather Summary- September 25, 2026
1 Week Accumulated Growing Degree Days 1 Month Accumulated Growing Degree Days 1 Week Accumulated Precipitation 1 Month Accumulated Precipitation
September 25, 2026 | 10:59 a.m.
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Annies Project 2027
Annies Project 2027 Tuesdays 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM January 19th – February 23rd University of Delaware Carvel Research and Education Center Georgetown, DE In person- or virtual Annie’s P...
September 25, 2026 | 10:23 a.m.
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Preparing for 2027: Small Grains Disease Management
Alyssa K. Betts, Extension Field Crops Pathologist; akoehler@udel.edu Hard to believe it is already time to be thinking about 2027. The dry spring limited Fusarium head blight in 2026. While we won’t ...
September 25, 2026 | 10:13 a.m.
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Agronomic Crop Insect Scouting
David Owens, Extension Entomologist, owensd@udel.edu Soybean Stink bugs are the main threat present in soybean. Some late double crop soybean fields may be at or over threshold. Scout accordingly. Sti...
September 25, 2026 | 09:26 a.m.
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Fruit Crop Insect Scouting
David Owens, Extension Entomologist, owensd@udel.edu Strawberries Scout new plugs for spider mites. Any that have a decent or consistent number should be scouted carefully before the onset of cold wea...
September 25, 2026 | 09:21 a.m.
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