UF/IFAS GLOBAL BLOGS
(This blog post is first in a series recounting a summer internship opportunity for the author. Collaborating with Martin County 4-H Youth Development and Florida Sea Grant extension agents, this account provides a unique perspective on the career… Read More
Agriculture is the second largest industry in Florida with an estimated market value of over $7.46 billion according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, but uncertainty of the industry’s future labor force remains, as the average age of… Read More
By Kristie Popa We have been hearing about mindfulness more within the past couple of years, but what does it really mean and how does it apply to 4-H? Mindfulness by definition is a mental state of full… Read More
In our first lesson in ecology we mentioned that the type of sediment plays a big role in determining which plants will live in a particular community. If you visit a local salt marsh you find a lot… Read More
By Dr. Katherine Clements, Sophia Moundous, Sarah Davis, Lee Hayes Byron, and contributors from all program areas UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County provides many opportunities for educational programming – not only for adults in our community, but also for… Read More
The image above was taken prior to COVID social distancing guidelines Name: Abbey Tharpe Position: UF/IFAS 4-H Extension Agent II, Taylor County Extension Hometown: Perry, Florida Years at UF/IFAS: 9 Describe your role at UF/IFAS The 4-H… Read More
Flowers are in bloom, birds are singing and our cars are covered in pollen, spring is in full swing and so is Okaloosa County 4-H! Okaloosa County 4-H offers something for everybody. We have activities, clubs, and programs… Read More
By Kristie Popa Introduction: start your presentation with an attention grabber. If you catch the audience’s attention within the first ten seconds, they will remain engaged throughout your presentation. You can use a joke, an entertaining real-life event,… Read More
By Kristie Popa Choose a topic that you are interested in. It is much easier to talk about something you are passionate about. Think about your past experiences if you are having a difficult time choosing. Ask yourself… Read More
By Kristie Popa Once you have decided on the type of presentation that you would like to complete, you should familiarize yourself with the rules and time requirements set for the type of presentation you will be completing. … Read More
