It is an amazing product actually… plastic. It can be molded into all sorts of shapes and forms. In some cases, it can be more durable than other products, it is lighter and cheaper than many. Slowly over… Read More
This past Saturday, August 31, 2019, 33 youth from across the panhandle of Florida and Alabama showed their beef project animals at the second annual Escambia County 4-H Labor Day Classic at the 4-H property in Molino, Florida…. Read More
August 30, 2019 Sea Grant Notes WATCHING HURRICANE DORIAN There are several activities planned for next week and all are watching the weather. Everyone should prep for this. Cancelations (if they happen) will be monitored…. Read More
Tip #2 – Dealing with Fuel, Oil, and Bilge Boaters want to recreate and fish in clean waters as much as non-boaters. However, hydrocarbon spills into local waterways can have serious impacts on the environment. One gallon of… Read More
August 23, 2019 Sea Grant Notes UF IFAS LAKEWATCH NUTRIENT POLLUTION MONITORING REPORT The University of Florida IFAS Extension has a volunteer citizen science program called LAKEWATCH. There are four volunteers monitoring nutrients and chlorophyll… Read More
Water quality is something that concerns many in our community. Older folks will remember the days of large fish kills in our bayous, reports of PCB in sediments and some species of fish tissue, and more recently health… Read More
The Escambia County 4-H Shooting Sports Program provides young people an opportunity to become responsible and productive members of society through the development of life skills, character enhancement and personal growth. Using the subject matter expertise and resources… Read More
More and more homeowners are incorporating edible plants into their home landscape in order to enjoy the fresh taste of fruits and vegetables. Another trend to consider this coming cool season is to start a few common flowers… Read More
August 16, 2019 Sea Grant Notes MANATEE SIGHTINGS CONTINUE This week we heard a presentation from Elizabeth Hieb (Dauphin Island Sea Lab Manatee Watch Program) at the Bream Fisherman’s meeting. The manatees everyone are seeing… Read More
Poinsettias are a favorite holiday plant. Plan now to add beautiful color to your home, business, or as a gift to family and friends this December. Make your poinsettia purchase from the Escambia County Master Gardener Volunteers through… Read More
