UF/IFAS GLOBAL BLOGS
On Saturday October 24, Escambia County 4-H members put their critical thinking skills on display in the 2020 Consumer Judging Contest. In this virtual contest, youth are given scenarios and guidelines in order to rate 4 given products… Read More
The beginning of the 4-H year can be an intimidating and overwhelming experience for volunteers and 4-H families. Countless deadlines, numerous resources to keep track of, virtual learning opportunities, the list of items goes on and on. It… Read More
Henry P. Davis embodied the 4-H pledge for his community, country and world. Perhaps his character of service was cemented as a young boy when he joined his family constructing cabins at 4-H Camp Timpoochee in Niceville, Florida…. Read More
The Horntail Snail, Macrochlamys indica, was detected in Miami-Dade County in August 2020 and sent to the University of Florida for identification. This identification was confirmed by USDA and Florida Department of Agriculture (FDACS), Division of Plant Industry…. Read More
It is generally recommended to have your soil tested to determine what is going on in the soil. Often the soil is blamed for plants failing in the landscape without knowing anything about the soil. There is a… Read More
Hope you are interested in attending our 1st Recycle Your Yard and Recycled Yard Art program, Wednesday, November 18, 2020, 10-11 am via Zoom. Not only will you learn what you can recycle into and from your landscape,… Read More
Our rain shut off device and soil moisture sensor study has closed. That said, there are several reasons you should consider checking your rain shut off device or replacing it with a soil moisture sensor. If your rain… Read More
DOUG MOORE, FLORIDA TREE FARMER, HAS RECEIVED NATIONAL RECOGNITION FOR CONSERVATION EFFORTS The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and Florida Land Steward partners are proud to announce that a Florida landowner is being nationally recognized for his proactive conservation and… Read More
Originally published March 31 2020. Last updated September 18 2020. Wow, there is a lot of information out there right now. Daily emails to share the ever-evolving list of news, opportunities and assistance programs can be overwhelming, so… Read More
Registration for the Florida Timber Recovery Block Grant Program is open for forest landowners who suffered damage from Hurricane Michael in October 2018. Funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the program is managed by the Florida Division of Emergency… Read More
