When and Where Join Brevard County 4-H for our annual 4-H Fair & Market Poultry Auction on April 17-18th, 2026. The UF/IFAS Extension Brevard County office in Cocoa will be hosting the fair at 3695 Lake Drive, Cocoa, FL 32926. This event ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Livestock
We often hear the phrase “eat the rainbow.” Today, let’s talk about one color that deserves a lot of attention: Green! Green vegetables are some of the most nutrient dense foods you can eat. Think leafy favorites like spinach, arugula, ... READ MORE
Category: , Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Magnesium is one of the essential minerals that our bodies need to function. It is involved in 600 reactions found across the body including muscle movement, energy, protein and gene creation, and nervous system regulation. With the average ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Did you know that Florida has over 315 native bee species, and 29 of them are found nowhere else? Instead of just focusing on the well-known European honey bees, which live in large hives, consider attracting our native solitary bees to your ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Wildlife
With colder days coming to an end, winter is slowly making way for spring. As temperatures rise, it’s time to begin preparing your pasture for spring green-up. Taking a few proactive steps now can improve forage production, reduce weed pressure, ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock
Now that the freezing temperatures are past, there are palms, plants, and trees all over the county that are bronze or brown, wilted, and looking bad. The cold temperatures we received earlier this month qualify as a hard freeze, which are ... READ MORE
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This Month, Show Love Where It Counts Most — In Your Community We often think of “love” as something shared between friends and family — but what if we showed more of that care where it matters most: right in our own neighborhoods? This ... READ MORE
Category: Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers, Professional Development, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Did you know red foods are packed with nutrients that help support your overall wellness? Many of the powerful antioxidants found in red foods can help: Support your immune system Improve cardiovascular health Support brain function ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Valentine’s Day often brings to mind grand gestures—flowers, cards, and special treats. While those moments are fun, it’s often the quieter, more meaningful connections that leave the biggest impact. One powerful way to show love and ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Relationships & Family
Honoring Wetlands and the Traditional Knowledge That Sustains Them Every year on February 2, communities around the world come together to celebrate World Wetlands Day, a day established to raise awareness about the importance of wetlands for ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, NATURAL RESOURCES, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension, Water