Much of the trash that we throw away can be used to make our gardens more productive. A great New Year’s resolution is to begin to covert yard and kitchen debris into soil-enriching compost. Many materials can be used to produce ... READ MORE
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Yellowtail Snapper, Ocyurus chrysurus Florida State Record: 10 lbs 3 oz, Ft. Myers 2015 IGFA World Record: 11 lbs 0 oz, Bermuda 2004 For most current yellowtail snapper regulations please check out this FWC page, Gulf Council ... READ MORE
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Strawberry shortcake or chocolate dipped strawberries is what usually comes to mind when we think about strawberries! They are not just used for desserts or entertaining! They can be used in salads, drinks, side dishes, salsas, appetizers, ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension,
Participation In an age where the topic of participation trophies sparks a heated debate, 4-H offers an alternative by teaching youth activities where the results is the reward through life skills development! Projects Projects like Gardening ... READ MORE
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Where can I buy locally grown food? Seminole County has a rich history in agriculture. There is a huge diversity of types of farms locally. Both big and small, Seminole County is home to over 400 farms that grow vegetables, cattle, strawberries, ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Horticulture, Livestock, Recreation, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, , Work & Life
The color of an egg shell has influence on people's buying choices. Some believe that brown, green, blue, or pink eggs are healthier than white chicken eggs. The truth is, there is no nutritional difference between colorful chicken eggs and ... READ MORE
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How hard would it be to play a game if no one told you the rules or how to win? How would you feel? How long would it hold your interest? If you kept trying again and again but continued to lose, would you keep playing? Often, youth go into ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Curriculum, Events,Common Name: Prairie Warbler Status: Native Scientific Name: Setophaga discolor Occurrence: Florida sub-species is a year-round resident. Migratory sub-species is a winter resident. Identification: The Prairie Warbler is a very ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, , Wildlife
Common Name: Prairie Warbler Status: Native Scientific Name: Setophaga discolor Occurrence: Florida sub-species is a year-round resident. Migratory sub-species is a winter resident. Identification: The Prairie Warbler is a very small bird ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, , Wildlife
What is a solstice? December 21st is the Winter Solstice, which marks the shortest day of the year. After this, each following day will be longer than the previous one. This will go on until the days are of equal length. When days are ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Horticulture, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, , Wildlife, Work & Life