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1.5 million students nationally have gained real-world knowledge through the program. Contact: Vanessa Spero, Regional Specialized 4-H Agent, Co-coordinator for LifeSmarts, Vspero@ufl.edu GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The UF/IFAS Florida 4-H Youth Development Program and the Florida Department of Agriculture… Read More
“The UF/IFAS Extension 4-H Youth Development Program uses a learn-by-doing approach to help youth gain the knowledge and skills they need to be responsible, productive citizens. This mission is accomplished by creating safe and inclusive learning environments, involving… Read More
It’s fair time here in Nassau County! Yes this exciting week in October will bring out the best in our youth as they show their animals. Many of these animals have been cared for by these youth for… Read More
By Dr. Chris DeCubellis, 4-H Dairy/Animal Science State Specialized Agent, UF/IFAS Extension Introduction Many excellent publications exist that discuss preparing for hurricanes. For those people who live on farms, information is available to prepare livestock animals and farm… Read More
Madison’s dedication and enthusiasm for 4-H is unmatched! She is President of the Robotics Club and County Council, part of the Youth Leadership Nassau program, and serving as a Major Mentor in the Youth Emergency Team. Madison… Read More
4-H reaches roughly 6 million young people across the country. We celebrate this amazing program from sea to shining sea during National 4-H Week. We encourage all 4-H members and volunteers to take this week to reflect on the… Read More
National 4-H Week October 7-13, 2018 4-H youth, parents, volunteers and alumni from around the country will be celebrating National 4-H Week for the 76th consecutive year. Join in the celebration by posting your 4-H memories to social… Read More
Each October, 4-H members across the country celebrate National Youth Science Day (NYSD). NYSD gives youth the opportunity to learn more about a different STEM topic (science, technology, engineering, math) by participating in a hands-on challenge. National 4-H… Read More
We hear a lot about hunger. You’ve no doubt seen public service announcements on television, asking you to give to charitable organizations to help feed people. You’ve probably even seen crowdfunding efforts on digital media. It’s a fact… Read More
There are lots of gatherings this time of year in the agricultural community and UF/IFAS Extension is excited about participating in all of them. Bunnell Bonanza The Bunnell Bonanza attracted families to a fun-filled day of games, pony… Read More
