FAMU Research & Extension Center

The FAMU Research and Extension Center (REC) is committed to excellence in education, research and extension to meet the needs of a diverse population in Florida. FAMU's largest outdoor classroom REC boasts 267 acres of forested and grazing farm land, crop land, natural areas and facilities. Conducted activities are designed to:

• Enhance the productivity and competitiveness of small-scale agricultural enterprises.
• Provide educational support and programs for small-scale farmers and agribusinesses, agricultural and horticultural industries, families, individuals, youth and communities. 
• Provide experiential learning for college and K-12 students in food and agricultural sciences.
• Teleconference Center– Equipped with video conferencing and distance learning capabilities, meeting room for indoor training activities and laboratory
• Extension Annex - Lecture room and demonstration kitchen
• Small-Scale Livestock Facilities - Houses small ruminant, cattle and equine
  
• Animal Health Facilities - Houses the Veterinary Technology Program and community demonstration areas
  
• Youth Pavilion and Outdoor Learning Laboratory-Recreation space that encourages appreciation for natural resources
  
• Crop demonstration areas–Cultivated acres used to teach various agricultural techniques and technologies to include greenhouses, hoop houses and shade structures