Licensed pesticide applicators know the importance of identifying potential pest and disease issues before they apply any type of pesticide, including an herbicide. Pest identification is always the first step in Integrated Pest Management, one of the key… Read More
How to take a good photo of a plant UF/IFAS Extension Botanist Marc Frank shares his tips for taking good-quality images to identify plants: Plant identification is often not merely a matter of recognition, but a process of… Read More
Growing Mindfully with Hopefilled Days In these new and challenging times, we need to turn to the outdoors; for our peace and productivity. I know of many families inspired to put in raised gardens, patio containers… Read More
Updated 03/16/20 As we continue to monitor COVID-19 in Florida, I wanted to take a moment to update our UF/IFAS Extension community about our current status, best practices and next steps. Please call your local UF/IFAS Extension office… Read More
In Martin County, Hurricane Dorian brought a potential for Category 5 storm force winds, rain, and storm surge. Nursery, vegetable, aquaculture and other growers facing storms like Dorian must prepare for the worst. Preparation and recovery efforts cost… Read More
For container nurseries, as with our homes, businesses, and other types of agricultural operations, good preparation can really make a difference for the better. With Hurricane Dorian preparing to make landfall in Florida, here are some suggested hurricane… Read More
Press release by Liz Southers The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Extension Martin County Is Proud To Announce Our New 4-H Agent, Natalie Parkell. June 28, 2018- Stuart, FL The University of Florida IFAS… Read More
In celebration of Florida Arbor Day, the UF/IFAS Extension Florida Master Gardeners Martin County Program will be offering a tree seedling giveaway on Saturday, January 20, 2018, from 9:00 to 11:45 a.m. at the UF/IFAS Extension Martin County… Read More
Article written by Highlands County Master Gardener Volunteer: Charles Reynolds on October 1st, 2017 for the Highlands Today Newspaper. The Master Gardener Help Desk gets dozens of questions about that All-American fruit, or vegetable, whoever you talk to,… Read More
