Last month, twenty-five Livestock Extension Agents from around Florida attended training so that agents could facilitate these trainings in their own counties. This can translate into more opportunities for adults and students to become Beef Quality Assurance (BQA)… Read More
At the 2018 Florida State Fair, the Charolais Open and Youth Cattle Show was a welcome sight. With so many cattle producers in Florida using Charolais sires in their terminal cross-breeding systems, we should see the breed more… Read More
The 4-H shooting sports program teaches youth not only to aim for the target but to aim for their goals, as well. Helping with skills such as concentration, diligence, and goal setting, the shooting sports projects are putting… Read More
If we want to keep eating, we need to keep teaching youth about agriculture. Raising and showing livestock at county, district, and state fairs is a long tradition of 4-H and FFA but it’s not just about ribbons… Read More
When it comes to visiting the county fair, people generally believe the greatest risk is out on the midway where rides turn you every which way. However, there is a great risk in the barns, as well, and… Read More
What are you passionate about? Robotics? Technology? BBQ? Health? Whatever it is, have you considered sharing your passion, your skills, and your knowledge with youth? The 4-H Youth Development program has been growing youth for more than 115… Read More
County Events, will be Saturday, March 24th beginning at 9am at the UF/IFAS Extension Office at 16110 Aviation Loop Drive, Brooksville
Glossophobia? Ever hear of that? It is speech anxiety or the fear of public speaking, and many adults suffer from this condition. According to some oft-cited studies and recent surveys, the fear of public speaking is still ranked… Read More
How can you turn summer fun into job earnings? Can camping offer you job skills that will get you hired early in your career? Hernando County 4-H puts many hours into training and preparing youth ages 14 to… Read More
County fairs have a special place in people’s hearts, especially 4-Hers. Many youth spend months preparing their animals for this big day. Selling a market animal can sometimes be an incredibly exciting and sometimes difficult time. What the… Read More
