Terra Freeman, UF/IFAS Extension St. Johns Horticulture Agent and myself will be hosting a summer camp on growing and using herbs. Included in the camp will be foods made with herbs plus hands on activities with plants. The use of herbs in cooking… Read More
With growing interest in fresh local food, more people are starting their own small-scale food business, and the number of small food businesses in Florida is expected to continuously increase. To run a successful business in a competitive… Read More
When I came onboard as the new Commercial Horticulture Extension Agent in Brevard County this week, I was welcomed by the Space Coast Golf and Turf Association’s Executive Committee with a luncheon on the beautiful deck of Duran… Read More
Each year the St. Johns County 4-H Program partners with classroom teachers to bring hands on science to the classroom through the chicken embryology project. The 4-H program loans out incubators, egg turners, candlers and assorted educational resources… Read More
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30. Hurricanes can happen along any U.S. Coast and can affect areas more than 100 mile inland. September is the most active month. It is best to be… Read More
Throughout St. Johns County there are five community Council on Aging (COA) centers for seniors that are looking to stay involved with their community, meet peers and maintain an active lifestyle. These “Senior Centers” have extraordinary individuals that… Read More
A recent piece of legislation has raised a number of questions about beach access and beach ownership in Florida. Thomas Ruppert, Esq., is Florida Sea Grant’s Coastal Planning Specialist. I asked him what this law does and does… Read More
Multiple growers in St. Johns County have been contacting me about their “spotty” cabbage. As it turns out, it’s been a favorable season for Alternaria leaf spot. Read on to find out more about this fungal disease of… Read More
