ABOUT AUTHOR
Jessica M. Ryals
Jessica Ryals serves as the Agriculture & Sustainable Food Systems Agent in Collier County, FL. She develops and leads educational programs that support small farms and promote farm food safety, enterprise planning, disaster response, agricultural literacy, and consumer education. Jessica works with local farmers, backyard growers, community organizations, and policy makers to strengthen the local food system. Jessica is an active member of the SWFL Small Farmers Network. When she's not in the field or in the classroom, Jessica enjoys gardening, raising chickens, and cooking. Want to stay in the loop? Email Jessica at jessicaryals@ufl.edu to join her mailing list for updates on classes, agricultural tours, and UF/IFAS Extension resources.