County Events is the time and place for members to showcase what they know! Every year at County Events 4-H members participate and compete with one another. County Events fosters belonging, mastery, and independence in 4-H members. It is an ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Events
There's nothing like growing your own strawberries and picking fresh, sweet fruit right from your backyard or patio garden. Adding strawberry plants to your fall garden is easy if you follow some basic steps, and plants can now be purchased ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes,
Congratulations to Doug and Teresa Moore for their outstanding forest stewardship and being selected as Florida’s Outstanding Tree Farmers of 2018. Located at the headwaters of the St. Mary’s River in Baker County, South Prong Plantation ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Conservation, Crops, Events, Farm Management, Forests, Horticulture, Natural Resources, Wildlife
This class will teach basic gardening techniques for a successful vegetable gardening experience. Topics will also include raised bed gardening, growing organically, and tips for growing your favorite fall veggies. $10 per person; includes ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Events, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture
Whether you are new to Florida gardening or not, this class will offer some great resources to help you be successful in your yard. Topics include common mistakes made by gardeners, landscaping tips, and top performing plants recommended for ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Lawn
Even the most serious gardeners can be driven indoors by the summer heat. But that shouldn’t stop you from enjoying your hobby! Join the Baker County Extension Office for an indoor summer gardening seminar that will cover the basics of houseplant ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture
When people think about pollination, the honey bee immediately comes to mind. But honey bees are not native to the Americas. There are many other native insects that serve as pollinators for 75% of U.S. flowering plant species. These include ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Natural Resources, Wildlife
Load up your wagon for the 10th annual Baker County Spring Garden Festival and enjoy a fun-filled day of shopping from local plant vendors, plus kid’s activities, gardening exhibits, door prizes and more. Visitors can also receive Florida-Friendly ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Events, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Work & LifeSouth Prong Plantation is located at the headwaters of the South Prong of the St. Mary’s River in Baker County. Doug Moore, South Prong owner and manager, purchased this timberland in 2002 because it was close to his farm in Duval County, ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Conservation, Events, Farm Management, Forests, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Natural Resources, Wildlife
Indoor farming has never been easier! Join UF/IFAS Extension for a class on Microgreens, January 26th from 10am – 11am at the Baker County Extension Office (Ag Center) located at 1025 W. Macclenny Avenue in Macclenny. Microgreens ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture