Reminiscent of the Victory Gardens of World War II, growing vegetables and herbs from seed in Central Florida has again become a popular and practical delight. By carefully planting and maintaining your garden, it's ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Crops, Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Dahoon Holly Tree: A Festive Seasonal Beauty When I spot a tree adorned with red berries, my curiosity piques. I wonder if the berries are as tasty as they appear. My artistic instincts come alive, imagining how the branches could be used in ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, Horticulture, Wildlife
Lake County frequently feels the impact of storms, making it crucial for residents to prepare for hurricanes. Following Hurricane Milton, effectively restoring your yard is vital for maintaining a healthy landscape that can withstand future ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, UF/IFAS Extension
Nutrition is important at every stage of life, from birth to older adults. The quantity of foods may differ based on the age group, but many of the same focus areas still apply to maintain and achieve optimal health outcomes. As adults age, ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition
The summer season may be ending, but keep those grilled fired up to create your family’s favorites. As we plan what’s on the menu it’s important to keep health in mind. The options are still full of flavor and there is a variety to choose ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition
The UF/IFAS Soil Testing Lab can test for pH, potassium, calcium, magnesium, zinc, copper, iron, and manganese in soils, all essential nutrients for optimal plant growth. For more information about UF/IFAS soil tests, please visit https://soilslab.ifas.ufl.edu/ESTL%20Tests.asp. ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, HorticultureIn the state of Florida, if you need to use restricted-use pesticides for the production of ornamental trees, shrubs, flowers, or sod, or if you are responsible for the maintenance of ornamental plants and turfgrass in cemeteries, golf courses, ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, AGRICULTURE, Horticulture, Pests & Disease
4-H, the largest positive youth development program globally, is delivered by Cooperative Extension through more than 100 public universities. For over 100 years, 4-H has provided experiences where kids develop life skills by learning through ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth
About lethal bronzing Lethal bronzing, a fatal disease of palms, occurs throughout central and south Florida. Found in popular palms like the Canary Island date, queen, and pindo, the disease infects twenty-one known palm species. A bacterium ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, Pests & Disease
We are excited to announce the 2nd Annual Growing Together: Central Florida Partners for Agriculture Symposium! Mark your calendars for Thursday, August 1, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. This year’s event will be hosted at the UF/IFAS Mid-Florida ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, AGRICULTURE, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Water