# Event Details - **Event Name**: Palms and Invasive Species Workshop, Florida First Detector (IN PERSON) - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 10 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am – Wed, 10 Jun, 2026 at 03:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: This Florida First Detector Workshop in Seminole County include presentations and hands on activities on invasive species focusing on palms!About this EventOverviewThe Florida First Detector Program teaches on topics of invasive species and early detection. In this workshop, hosted in collaboration with UF/IFAS Extension Seminole County, we will focus on a few invasive pests of concern to Florida's agriculture and natural areas, some of which have been in the news recently.By popular demand, this workshop will focus on palms, palm management and some invasive species that can impact our palms here in Florida. Participants will also learn how to how invasive species arrive in Florida and how they can use the distance diagnostic identification service (DDIS) and other sample submission techniques to report suspect invasive species.What is the cost?The cost for attendance is $30. Registration in advanced is required as spots are limited. Registration will close on June 7th at 11:59PM. The cost for attendance includes lunch and refreshments.Where?This event will be held in person at the UF/IFAS Extension Seminole County Office (250 W County Home Rd, Sanford, FL 32773) auditorium. Please be prepared to arrive at least 15 minutes early to the class to ensure you can get signed in.What about CEUS?Pesticide CEUs are available to those that hold an FDACS pesticide license. To receive CEU credit, you must attend the full duration of the class and participate. Attendance and participation will be verified.Up to 6 CEUs are available for the class!2 CORE CEUs (487 or 482) plus....2 CEUs in any of these categories:Limited commercial landscape maintenance (LCLM)Limited lawn and ornamental (LLO)Pest control operator (PCO) lawn and ornamentalor 4 CEUs in any of these categories:Ag row cropAg tree cropDemonstration and researchForest pest controlNatural areas W**d managementOrnamental and turfPrivate agRight of wayAgenda9:00AM-9:15AM Introductions and Pre-Workshop Survey9:15AM-9:55AM Invasive Species and Pathways to Introduction9:55AM-10:15AM Introduction to Pest Identification and Plant Damage10:15AM-10:35AM Scouting for Pests10:35AM-10:45AM Break10:45AM-11:15AM Palm Nutrition and Fertilization11:15AM-11:40AM Palm Pruning and Other Abiotic Issues11:40AM-12:20PM Common Pests and Pathogens on Palms12:20PM-12:50PM Lunch12:50PM-1:20PM Overview and Updates Lethal Bronzing and Lethal Yellowing1:20PM-1:40PM Palm Weevils and Red Ring Disease1:40PM-1:55PM Phantasma Scale1:55PM-2:15PM Identification of insects under the microscope2:15PM-2:35PM Giant African Land Snail2:35PM-2:50PM Northern Giant Hornet and Yellow Legged Hornet2:50PM-3:20PM Pest Sample Submission & Distance Diagnostic and Identification System3:20PM-3:30PM Post-Workshop Survey & Workshop ConclusionsOther InformationThe Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) is an Equal Opportunity Institution authorized to provide research, educational information and other services only to individuals and institutions that function with non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations.Payment policy: Pre-registration is required along with the class registration fee. If you prefer to pay by cash or check, please visit our office at 250 West County Home Road Sanford, FL 32773 from Monday – Friday from 8am-5pm. Call 407-665-5560 first to see if tickets are available for purchase.Cancellation policy: Classes are subject to cancellation if a minimum number of attendees are not registered in advanced of the event. If class is cancelled you will receive a notification, and a refund confirmation to the e-mail that is provided during the registration process.For persons with disabilities requiring special accommodations, please contact Morgan Pinkerton at 407-665-5554 at least 10 days prior to the scheduled event so that proper consideration may be given to the request.For questions regarding this event, please contact Morgan Pinkerton, Sustainable Ag Extension Agent (morgan0402@ufl.edu). - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sanford/palms-and-invasive-species-workshop-florida-first-detector-in-person/100001981858037741 - **Event Categories**: workshops, sports - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 33.85, max: 33.85, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Sanford - **state**: FL - **country**: United States - **location**: UF/IFAS Extension Seminole County - **lat**: 28.7424899 - **long**: -81.29941680000002 - **full address**: UF/IFAS Extension Seminole County, 250 W. County Home Rd., Sanford, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Palms and Invasive Species Workshop, Florida First Detector (IN PERSON) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/27bd342e0b30887f07f45357a46106caf6fbed21363359f870cf648d58b9dc02-rimg-w1200-h600-dc139453-gmir.jpg?v=1771063423 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Palms and Invasive Species Workshop, Florida First Detector (IN PERSON) being held? - **A:** Palms and Invasive Species Workshop, Florida First Detector (IN PERSON) takes place on Wed, 10 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am to Wed, 10 Jun, 2026 at 03:30 pm at UF/IFAS Extension Seminole County, 250 W. County Home Rd., Sanford, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Palms and Invasive Species Workshop, Florida First Detector (IN PERSON)? - **A:** Palms and Invasive Species Workshop, Florida First Detector (IN PERSON) is organized by UF/IFAS Extension Seminole County. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Palms and Invasive Species Workshop, Florida First Detector (IN PERSON) is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Sanford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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We hope that you will contact us for solutions to any questions you may have in the areas of agriculture, lawns and gardens, nutrition and wellness, financial management, natural resources, livestock, community development and 4-H youth development.Call us at (407) 665-5560 or visit our website atwww.seminolecountyfl.gov/extensionservices" } ] } ] ```