From the Mississippi Delta to Extension Meet Nestor Cordero, your new Agronomy/Agriculture Extension Agent with UF/IFAS for Escambia County! Nestor Cordero is originally from the Mississippi Delta, where he was born and raised around row-crop ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, , Crops, UF/IFAS Extension
As summer forage production begins to decline across the Southeast, producers should focus on preparing fields for fall and winter. Proper planning during late summer and early fall can improve forage availability, extend grazing days, reduce ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture
Sheep and goat producers across Florida and the Southeast are encouraged to attend the 5th Annual UF/IFAS Small Ruminant Short Course. This event brings together producers, Extension professionals, researchers, veterinarians, students, and ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension
A Master Gardener Volunteer with UF IFAS Extension Escambia County shows one option for a backyard hydroponics system for growing lettuce. https://youtu.be/Lu5K1uqlulQ?si=9v7IgwT8MapzNSEY READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Horticulture
I have always had a sweet tooth. While some folks prefer their sweetness in fruit or fruity candy, my go-to has always been chocolate. So, you can imagine my delight upon learning our national meeting for Extension natural resource agents ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Conservation, Crops, Forests, Natural Resources, Recreation
Centipedegrass is a low maintenance turfgrass for North Florida landscapes. Scientists from Georgia also found an added benefit when the grass is in flower. Learn about the specific insects found visiting the flowers of centipedegrass. https://youtu.be/5n5GIVxAzz4 READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, Lawn, Turf
Some citrus is recovering from our December 2022 hard freeze and pruning will be needed. Learn to identify your tree's graft and prune away any rootstock material with UF IFAS Extension Escambia County. https://youtu.be/TaMF30sKRFE READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture
There are now opportunities for homeowners to utilize robotic mowers to manage different types of turfgrass. Learn the basics of a robotic mower with UF IFAS Extension Escambia County as Master Gardener Volunteer Greg demonstrates basic installation ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Turf
Today, marks the 50th anniversary of National Ag Day, a day that celebrates and recognizes the important contributions of American agriculture. National Ag Day was first celebrated on March 20, 1973 and has since become an annual tradition. This ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture
Not every high school kid would give up a couple of days of their fall break to work on a farm, harvesting collard greens, or spend hours on their feet distributing food to the needy. But for years, Future Farmers of America (FFA) members and ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Fruits & Vegetables, Natural Resources