Beware of Holiday Scams It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year… for Criminals, Thieves and Scammers This holiday season scammers and identity thieves are hoping to take advantage of shoppers who may be too… Read More
CONVERSATION OF A LIFETIME WORKSHOP , Communicating About End-of-Life Issues September 17th, 2018, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Havana Community Center, Havana Florida Have you spoken to your family and your doctor about end-of-life issues?… Read More
Tri-Eagle Sales Partners with UF/IFAS Extension in Gadsden County for Wellness Initiative Gardening and Stress Management for Local Businesses Midway, FL – Tri-Eagle Sales and the UF/IFAS Extension’s Family and Consumer Sciences and the Master… Read More
Gardening and Stress Management Tri-Eagle Sales, Gadsden County Employee Wellness Program Employee Wellness Program at Tri-Eagle Sales Tri-Eagle Sales and UF/IFAS Extension in Gadsden County have teamed up to create an… Read More
Don’t Let A Tick Ruin Your Summer! Photo source: http://photos.ifas.ufl.edu. Does the mere thought of ticks make you feel itchy all over? Ticks are not a fun thing to talk about, but… Read More
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences Summer is in full swing in Wakulla County, and with the recent Independence Day celebrations and the upcoming Labor Day weekend, outdoor grilling will… Read More
During the hot summer months, many people flock to the water for a little fun in the sun. Fortunately for us, Wakulla County is blessed with an abundance of water bodies which are popular recreation… Read More
Article and Audio Introduction by Samantha Kennedy So much of our lives these days takes place on the internet. From watching movies to buying groceries to chatting with friends and family, we are online a… Read More
pixabay.com March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States and the second leading cause of death from cancer. Colorectal… Read More
Cleaning Your Home After an Illness Like the Flu Seasonal influenza (flu) viruses are most common during the fall and winter, with peak activity occurring between December and February. According to the Centers for Disease… Read More
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The 32nd annual Northwest Florida Beef Conference and Trade Show will be held on Wednesday, February 8th in the Agriculture Conference Center, at the Jackson County Extension Office, located at 2741 Pennsylvania Avenue, Marianna, Florida. Registration… Read More
The 2017 Tri-State Cucurbit Meeting will be held on Thursday, January 19, at the Jackson County Agricultural Conference Center, 2741 Pennsylvania Avenue, Marianna, Florida. Registration opens at 7:30 AM (Central Time) and the event will… Read More
sugarcane-field-day-2016 The Gadsden County Extension Office announces the 2016 Sugarcane Field Day. When: Monday, November 7, 2016 (registration/check-in is 8:30am) Where: University of Florida Research and Education Center (Quincy) Cost: $10 Pre-registration is encouraged. Please see… Read More
Healthy Fun for the Whole Family Farm Fest – June 11, 2016 10am – 3pm FAMU Quincy Farm – Research & Extension Center 4259 Bainbridge Hwy – Quincy FREE for ages 18 and under –… Read More
4-H Day at the Capitol is an educational event that provides youth an opportunity to tour different parts of Tallahassee and the Capitol. Youth will visit with their legislators and watch them in action on… Read More
2016 February 1st District Council meeting (video conference) 3rd 4-H Day @ Capitol (registration needed) 19th – 21st NW District 4-H Teen Retreat (Camp Cherry Lake) 25th Chickens & Rabbits… Read More
Join Us!!! Thursday, November 19, 2015, 7:00 pm Gadsden County Extension Office 2140 W. Jefferson Street—Quincy Come learn how to work with and care for horses while making friends and having fun. You do not have… Read More
The 4-H Year is coming to an end and we are preparing for the annual awards program. Individuals and clubs are required to complete a “Standards of Excellence” packet, which can be found at… Read More
July 6th marks the first day of fun and adventure for Gadsden County youth at Camp Cherry Lake in Madison.
What will your children do over over the summer? Looking for an engaging summer program . Visit the Gadsden County 4-H Summer program page for more details.
The Florida A&M University, College of Agriculture and Food Sciences Cooperative Extension Program will be conducting an Aquaponic Seminar. When: Monday, February 23, 2015. Location: Cooperative Extension Teleconference Center, 2010 Pinder Drive, Tallahassee Time: 6:00… Read More
2014 Gadsden Tomato Forum December 4, 2014 North Florida Research & Education Center Quincy, FL Registration begins at 8:00 (lunch included) Please see the attached brochure for more details. Brochure: 2014 Gadsden Tomato Forum Program… Read More
Monday, November 3, 2014 Sugarcane Field Day is an annual event hosted by the University of Florida Research and Education Center in Quincy. Registration Fee is $10 (only registered participants will be allowed in the… Read More
It’s time for the kickoff of the Gadsden County 4-H program year. We are geared up and looking forward to serving the youth in our community. The first meetings are a great opportunity for parents and… Read More
UF/IFAS Extension presents an interactive video series for Novice Gardeners Tuesdays, September 9th, 16th and 23rd 6:00 – 7:30 pm Central 7:00 – 8:30 pm Eastern Cost: $30/person or $45/couple see attached flyer for more… Read More
Inspiring 4-H Leaders of Today to Make a Difference for the Leaders of Tomorrow!!! September 15th marks the kickoff of the 2nd annual Make a Difference Mondays series. This session the topic will be “4-H… Read More
Essay Topic “Why Honeybees are Essential to Agriculture” The winner will receive a deluxe beekeeper’s beginner kit including bees!! Deadline to enter is October 6, 2014. Please review the attached flyer for more details, “Full… Read More
IPMU_flyer_2014 AB 2014 Integrated Pest Management Update Friday, September 5, 2014 – 9:00AM—1:30PM North Florida Research & Education Center-Quincy The integrated pest management update (IPMU) is a statewide extension video conferencing program that provides… Read More
Conference highlights: Farm tours Educational workshops Exhibits Keynote address Hands-on “Learning Zone” Innovative Farmer Awards Cutting-edge information A celebration of local foods Hosted by: For more information, visit http://smallfarms.ifas.ufl.edu
Please join us at: Croley Cattle Company Longview Farm 255 Longview Lane, Havana, FL 32333 (Off Highway 12 between Quincy and Havana) Please RSVP to Henry G. Grant @ hgg@ufl.edu to confirm attendance by June… Read More
Spend the early evening learning and understanding pond biology and proper management techniques from experts in the field. This program is for all pond owners, managers and others interested in pond management. Topics and Demonstrations… Read More
FAMU FARM FEST 2014 SPRINGTIME – AGRI-SHOWCASE Saturday, June 7, 2014 9am – 3pm FAMU Research & Extension Center 4259 Bainbridge Highway – Quincy Registration: $5 Adults/$2 kids under 18 Children 5 and under free For… Read More
Run, Run, Run!! 4-H Camp Cherry Lake 2014 applications are ready!!! For kids ages 8 – 13 June 30 – July 4, 2014 Call 875-7255 for additional information or stop by the office to pick… Read More
Celebrating the 100-year anniversary of the Smith-Lever Act of 1914 that created the National Cooperative Extension Service FAMU/Extension Teleconference Center “Agriculture Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow: Feeding and Beautifying the World” April 16, 2014 from 9:00… Read More
Applications are now available for participation in the 2014 Gadsden 4-H County Achievement Night Thursday, April 10, 2014 @ 7:00 pm at the Gadsden County Extension Office Demonstrations, Posters, Photography, Illustrative Talks, Public Speaking Categories, and… Read More
4-H Day at the Capitol April 23, 2014 in Tallahassee, FL In total, more than 750 youth and adults have participated in 4-H Day at the Capitol. 4-H Day at the Capitol is an educational event… Read More
“Manage Your Enterprise, Manage Your Herd” May 7 – 9, 2014 Professional Development Center – Gainesville, FL The course addresses issues for beef cattle enterprises at an elevated level of management skill with practical applications… Read More
Florida A&M University Cooperative Extension Program received a capacity building grant from USDA tp establish a Farmer-to-Farmer Mentorship Program with community-based farmers in North Florida. March 21, 2014 9:00am – 3:00pm Lunch will be provided…. Read More
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Attention: Vegetable Growers and Restricted-use Pesticide applicators North Florida Research and Education Center in Quincy February 26, 2014 (12:00 to 4:50 pm EST) To register call Paula Alday @ (850) 875-7255
Jackson County Agriculture Center Monday, February 24, 2014 9:00am – 4:00pm FREE Topics: Fertilizer application, insect & disease management, weed management, squash & melon cultivars, food safety issues, pesticide handling
Are you a grape producer? Hobbyist? Homeowner? Backyard grape enthusiast? Well this workshop is for you!!! Please join us February 13, 2014 from 1 – 4pm at the Center for Viticulture & Small Fruit Research… Read More
Northwest Florida Beef Conference & Trade Show Wednesday, February 12, 2014 Jackson County Extension Agriculture Conference Center 2741 Pennsylvania Avenue, Marianna, FL (850) 482-9620 View attached flyer for details including Grilled Steak Lunch. Beef… Read More
The UF/IFAS Panhandle Agriculture Extension Team is pleased to offer a Beekeeping Short-Course in February and March, 2014. These classes will be offered via interactive video conferencing at Extension Offices across the Panhandle. Please review… Read More
First Time Homebuyers Education Program 2014 Workshop Schedule To register for the class please call the Gadsden County Extension Service at (850) 875-7255 or… Read More
First Time Homebuyers Education Program 2015 Workshop Schedule To register for the class please call the Board of County Commissioners at (850) 875-8659. For class schedule please call (850) 875-7255. Day Month Date Time Monday… Read More
The Sugarcane field day is November 4, 2013. Please click on the heading to see the link for the brochure to register. Sugarcane field day brochure 2013. If you have any questions, please contact the… Read More
Join the UF/IFAS Extension – Gadsden County office as we join together to take a bite out of hunger. Please bring jars of peanut butter to the Gadsden County office until November 15, 2013. This… Read More
New and seasoned 4-H Volunteers will have an opportunity to gain and enhance knowledge and skills to be effective partners in the area of youth development, leadership, and club development. Please click here MakeADiffFlyer01 to read… Read More
The Dynamics of Flight 4-H day camp will be combined with the Junk Drawer Robotics day camp the week of July 22. If you have any questions, please contact Gadsden County 4-H at 850/875-7255.
Join us Tuesday, June11th at the Livestock Pavilion for a Graduation party for our outgoing seniors. This is a date change from the 28th of May to the 11th of June. This will also be the chicken… Read More
The 5th Annual Florida Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises Conference promises to inform and inspire agricultural innovators. Join us August 2-4 in Kissimmee, Florida for farm tours, a trade show, networking opportunities, live animal exhibits,… Read More
It’s time to plan for your summer experience. Youth 8 – 13, whether 4-H members or not, are invited to a week of “Out of this World” fun at 4-H Camp Cherry Lake from June… Read More
When Mel Fisher discovered the long lost Atocha in 1985, little did we know we might someday own not only a piece of history but would be able to help fund Florida 4-H. Follow the… Read More
If you like to camp, enjoy working with children and have some free time this summer, I may just have something for you. Camp Cherry Lake is a 4-H camp loaded with a variety of activities and day… Read More
Note: TO ENABLE LINKS, BE SURE TO CLICK ON TITLE ABOVE The Gadsden County Beekeeping Club meets on the third Tuesday of each month. This is for beekeeping enthusiasts, hobbyists, beginners and those simply interested… Read More
Note: TO ENABLE LINKS, BE SURE TO CLICK ON TITLE ABOVE The Gadsden 4-H Shooting Sports Club meets at the Livestock Pavilion the first Saturday of each month at 9:00 am. Anyone interested in joining is… Read More
Family & Consumer Sciences offers you information about health and nutrition, food safety, money management, home concerns, relationships, and many other topics. Our resources can help you with life-long learning programs. UF/IFAS Extension works in cooperation with county… Read More
The UF/IFAS Wakulla Extension welcomes Haley Bare as the new 4-H Program Assistant. Bare will work with 4-H Agent Dr. Rachel Pienta and serve as the site leader for the Panacea 4-H After School… Read More
Guess what, guys? We made it! We have finally put 2020 behind us and are now looking forward to 2021. I, for one, am hopeful. I am expecting great things from this year. Admittedly, I… Read More
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences It has often felt like time has dragged on in 2020, but despite all the challenges, time has continued to march on, and that… Read More
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences To meat or not to meat? That is the question. Over the last couple of years, plant-based meat alternatives have become increasingly popular. They… Read More
Join us on Zoom on Friday, November 16, 2020 at 12:00pm EST to learn the basics of making delicious quick breads such as muffins, biscuits, and waffles. There is no fee for this class, but… Read More
Ask Master Gardener Volunteer Linda Clemens One of the first things that we plant in our fall garden is a mild, heat resistant green called mustard spinach, also known as tendergreen mustard or komatsuna. Mustard… Read More
Ask Master Gardener Volunteer Linda Clemens Last night, I counted 15 moonflowers blooming on the fence around the vegetable garden. The huge white flowers, 6 to 8 inches in diameter, open at sunset and… Read More
Ask Master Gardener Volunteer JoAnn Green I was in a local nursery last week looking for some flowering plants to replenish some of my container planters. I wasn’t alone in my search for some… Read More
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences One of the most versatile, nutritious, and shelf-stable foods out there is peanut butter. Thought to be first invented by the Inca in ancient… Read More
