For five decades, the UF/IFAS Bookstore has connected Floridians with trusted, research-based resources—from DVDs and field guides to outreach tools and Extension publications. Now, as we mark our 50th anniversary, we’re not just looking back—we’re looking ahead.
We’re Going Fully Online—Starting July 1
This change allows us to streamline operations and focus on what matters most: mission-driven, faculty-authored publications and programmatic tools that directly support UF/IFAS teaching, research, and Extension.
What’s Changing (and What’s Not)
- The physical storefront will close, but our full catalog remains available 24/7 at ifasbooks.ifas.ufl.edu.
- Logo apparel and merchandise will be scaled back.
- Event pop-up shops will be limited and more selective.
- UF/IFAS faculty and staff discounts remain.
Though we’ll miss the drop-ins and hallway chats, this move helps us better serve the entire state—and beyond.
What This Means for You
Going online isn’t just a logistical shift—it’s an opportunity. With less energy spent on merchandise and maintenance, we can now focus on what truly supports Extension professionals and educators: reliable, well-designed publications that further UF/IFAS’s mission.
This transition also opens the door to:
- Faster turnarounds on new publications
- Wider digital access to materials
- Clearer visibility for UF/IFAS authors
A Quick Note for Our Faculty
Are you a UF/IFAS faculty member with a great idea for a publication? We’re streamlining the publishing process and would love to work with you. Whether it’s a laminated field guide, a practical workbook, or a Florida-focused poster, we’re here to help you create it—and get it in the hands of your audience.
The UF/IFAS Bookstore has always changed with the times, and this next chapter is no different. Thank you for being part of our story—and for continuing to support the people, science, and programs that make UF/IFAS a force for good across Florida.
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