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 & Life
South 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
Baker County 4-H and the Baker County Sheriff’s Office are offering an 8 week Special Interest (SPIN) 4-H club for ages 12+. One of the great things about 4-H is how youth get the opportunity to learn about other careers first hand. This ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Events