We are so excited to see everyone in their branded Extension Master Gardener apparel! I just wanted to remind everyone that altering the Master Gardener identifier on the apparel is prohibited.

To help keep consistency and unified appearance, please do not:

• Add personal embroidery, patches, etc. to items
• Create your own apparel items using the Master Gardener identifier

We appreciate the enthusiasm to represent yourself as a Master Gardener, but we just want to make sure we are following all our brand guidelines (University, College, and Extensions guidelines).

"As a part of the University of Nevada, Reno, the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources and Extension, it is important that we create a unified look that displays our connection to the university through the Master Gardener program. Our goal is that our brand is recognized and valued in Nevada communities."
UNR Extension Master Gardener Handbook, pg. 13.

If you have any questions about branding, please reach out to your local coordinator.

The International Master Gardener Search for Excellence (SFE) Awards are named in honor of Dr. David Gibby, the visionary founder of the Extension Master Gardener (EMG) program. Dr. Gibby launched the program in 1973 while working as a horticulture agent with Washington State University Extension. He recognized the growing need to provide homeowners with accurate and reliable gardening advice. With demand increasing and resources limited, he devised a groundbreaking solution: training and utilizing volunteers to assist with public inquiries.

The David Gibby International Master Gardener Search for Excellence Awards celebrate the outstanding volunteer work of EMG volunteers throughout the United States, Canada, and South Korea.

Please have your submission reviewed by your local coordinator before submitting!

This program covers home gardening in all parts of the state of Nevada! The Home Horticulture Certificate Program was developed by the University of Nevada, Reno Extension Horticulture team from around the state to provide basic horticulture education to homeowners, educators, and anyone interested in learning more about the Nevada landscapes, plants, and more. Topics address information on gardening specific to Southern Nevada, Northern Nevada, and rural counties.

The program is completely online through the University of Nevada, Reno Extension. The program includes pre-recorded lectures, reading, homework, and live Q & A sessions every Thursday from 12 - 1 p.m. with horticulture professionals.

The Home Horticulture Certificate Program is Part 1 of the Master Gardener Training.

Dear Master Gardener Volunteer,

We invite you to participate in a short, anonymous survey to help us better understand the experiences, knowledge, and motivations of Extension Master Gardener volunteers like you, being conducted by Clemson University.

Your input will help:

• Assess knowledge and confidence in Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
• Identify motivations and barriers to volunteering
• Improve training and support for current and future volunteers

The survey takes approximately 15–20 minutes to complete and is entirely voluntary. No personal information will be collected, and your responses will remain confidential.

Our goal is to collect 50 responses from each state. The survey is open from April 21, 2025 until June 1, 2025.

Link to survey: https://clemson.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9SSC6x9uN4Ip1bg 

Thank you for your time and for everything you do to support your community as a Master Gardener!

Warm regards,

Drew Jeffers
Horticulture Agent Clemson University Cooperative Extension – Greenville County
ajeffe3@clemson.edu