Category: Agriculture
Zebra Longwing: Florida State Butterfly
August 29, 2017
Zebra Longwing, Heliconius Charitonia The zebra longwing was designated the state butterfly of Florida in 1996. An inhabitant of more forested shaded areas, it is often found in subtropical hammocks, forest margins, shrubby thickets, and ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, WildlifeTags: Butterfly, Florida, Passionflower, Zebra Longwing
Weed of the Week- Tropical Soda Apple
August 28, 2017
Tropical Soda Apple is a common weed found throughout Florida and can be a serious problem in perennial pastures. READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Pests & DiseaseTags: Agriculture, Brent Sellers, Kalyn Waters, NFLAG, Suwannee County, Suwannee County Extension, Weeds
Struggling to Grow Fruit Trees? Try These Lesser Known Florida-Friendly Edible Options!
August 25, 2017
Northwest Floridians are lucky. We get to bask in the warm sunshine at least eight months of the year, consider it cold weather when we have to break out the fleece pullover and none of us live more than a few hours’ drive to the whitest ... READ MORE
Category: HorticultureTags: Panhandle Gardening, Uncategorized
Bargain Hay is No Bargain if it is Poor Quality
August 25, 2017
Everyone likes a good bargain, but when it comes to hay, low price often equates to poorer quality. Because hay is often sold by the bale, the amount of savings from the “good bargain” can be reduced substantially if there is a negative ... READ MORE
Category: AgricultureTags: Beef Cattle, Forage & Pasture, Forages, Hay, Panhandle Agriculture
Rainfall in Lafayette County
August 24, 2017
Florida climate is characterized by wet and dry seasons with rain predominantly Occurring between June and October. Annual rainfall amounts range from 40-60 inches per year, depending on location. Rainfall is generally gathered and determined ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS ExtensionTags: F.A.W.N, Lafayette, Rain, Rainfall, Weather
Using Old Seeds
August 24, 2017
Many people are starting seeds for their fall garden, and a common question we hear is, “Can I used ‘expired’ seeds?” The answer is yes! Many seeds are viable years past the expiration date on their package. What changes over time is ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, HorticultureTags: Community Gardens, Gardening, Germination, Seeds