Florida’s climate is characterized by wet and dry seasons with rain predominantly occurring between the months of June through October. The average amount of rain for Lafayette County is 55-56 inches per year. The oldest official rainfall records… Read More
In 2018 Florida farmers planted over 115, 000 acres of cotton with over 5,000 acres in the Suwannee Valley area. Cotton production has a long history in our area and we are seeing renewed interest in this crop…. Read More
Lafayette 4-H Club was well represented at the recent Suwannee Valley Youth Livestock Show and Sale at the 103rd Suwannee County Fair in Live Oak. Lafayette 4-H Hog Exhibitors Members showing hogs included : Gavin Barnes, Kiley Beach,… Read More
Go Further With Food No matter how old or young you are, healthy eating is equally important. National Nutrition Month is here to help you spring into a new season with a happier, healthier you! What is… Read More
The 42nd Annual Tri-County Peanut Production Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 8, 2018 at the 4th District Community Center near Branford, Florida. The meeting will begin at 5:00 pm with an optional pesticide training for producers who are… Read More
People in Florida might not consider planning and preparing for winter weather events because of it’s normally mild temperatures. However, some northern Florida regions experience temperatures below freezing and occasional snow and ice storms during the winter months. … Read More
Florida Certified Organic Growers & Consumers’ approach to addressing food access, affordability and nutrition education is unique in that it works with the full food system from producer to consumer. With almost five years of experience managing Electronic… Read More
In Part 1 of “Money Management Help for Millennials”, we discussed millennials lacking of a basic financial education. In this segment, we will discuss spending without a plan. Budgeting for millennials seems to be a challenge. A recent… Read More
Convenience foods are foods that require little to no preparation. Although it helps when you are in a time crunch, sometimes unhealthy choices are made. Being aware of the healthiest options will make your life easier in… Read More
What do you think of when you hear the word “millennial”? Most people will roll their eyes and sigh, because millennials are often thought of as the “lost” generation who do not have money management skills. A 2015… Read More
