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Horticulture and Small Farms

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Growing and cultivating a better future.

Shaping landscapes and food systems

University of Idaho Extension conducts research and coordinates programs related to landscapes, gardens and small farms. Find training, experts and publications to help you improve your garden and small acreages.

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UI Extension publications

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University of Idaho Arboretum and Botanical Garden

Landscapes and gardens

Manage your home garden and landscapes.

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Idaho Master Gardener Program

Improve your horticultural knowledge as a certified Idaho Master Gardener.

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Small farms

Small-scale and local food systems.

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Pollinator protection

Protecting pollinators and their habitats.

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Meet our people

  • Ariel Agenbroad

    Area Extension Educator

  • Colette DePhelps

    Area Extension Educator in Community Food Systems

  • Reed Findlay

    Extension Educator in Crops and Horticulture

  • Melissa Hamilton

    Extension Educator in Community Development and Agriculture

  • Patrick Hatzenbuehler

    Associate Professor and Extension Specialist in Agricultural Economics

  • Bracken Henderson

    Extension Educator in Agriculture and Horticulture

  • Jennifer Jensen

    Extension Educator in Sustainable Farms, Horticulture and Nursery Crops

  • Grant Loomis

    Extension Educator in Agriculture and Horticulture

  • Iris Mayes

    Extension Educator in Horticulture and Small Farms

  • Ron Patterson

    Extension Educator in Agriculture and Horticulture

  • Brad Stokes

    Extension Educator in Horticulture and Entomology

  • Jason Thomas

    Extension Educator in Entomology

  • Jennifer Werlin

    Extension Educator in Community Food Systems

  • Andres “Andy” West

    Extension Educator in Horticulture

  • James Woodhall

    Associate Professor and Extension Specialist in Plant Pathology

Videos

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Idaho Home Garden Tips

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Gardening, horticulture and small farms

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