In 4-H, youth ages 5 and up have the opportunity to participate in both small and large animal projects. Through 4-H programs, raising animals helps kids develop important life skills. In 4-H, young people care for animals such as chickens, ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, , Curriculum, Livestock
What is Extension? Extension, officially established in 1914 with roots dating back to the 1800s, is a nationwide initiative in the U.S. It provides non-formal educational programs, learning activities, and information to farmers, small businesses, ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Clubs & Volunteers, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension
Equine Pasture Best Management Practices. What are Best Management Practices? Best Management Practices (BMPs) for an equine pasture are cost-effective and practicable management actions for protecting and improving water quality and conserving ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Horticulture
When and Where Join Brevard County 4-H for our annual 4-H Fair & Market Poultry Auction on Friday, April 12th and Saturday, April 13th. at the UF/IFAS Extension Brevard County office in Cocoa at 3695 Lake Drive, Cocoa, FL 32926. This ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, , Events
The Florida cattle industry is a big business, ranked 9th in the U.S. in 2023, and is growing. Several of the country’s top ten cattle cow-calf ranches are in Florida. A healthy herd is a productive herd. Coccidiosis is an illness that can ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock, Pests & Disease
February is National Grapefruit Month! Grapefruits are in the citrus family, and are a very common fruit, especially in Florida. They come in a variety of colors, including red, pink and white. In this blog, we will take a look at the history ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Come join Brevard County 4-H for our annual 4-H Fair & Market Poultry Auction on Friday, March 31st, and Saturday, April 1st at the UF/IFAS Extension Brevard County office in Cocoa! This event is free and open to the public, so be sure ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agribusiness, Agriculture, Clubs & Volunteers, Livestock
Did you know an estimated 38 million adults and 12 million children face food insecurity daily in America? According to Feeding America, food insecurity is defined as a lack of consistent access to enough food for every person in a household ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
There is nothing more satisfying than growing your own food at home! One unique plant to try your hand at is blueberries. Brevard County 4-H is offering a new project for the 2020-2021 4-H year focused on raising blueberry plants. If you've ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
By Lisa Krimsky and Holly Abeels Reports of localized fish kills in the Indian River Lagoon (IRL) began on Thanksgiving in 2020 and continued for the next few days. The fish kill was most prominent between the SR528 and SR520 Causeways near ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Coasts & Marine, Conservation, NATURAL RESOURCES, Water