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Join Us on November 9: Discover, Learn, and Connect at the UF/IFAS Extension Broward MGV Open House!

by Lorna Bravo
October 12, 2024

Article by UF/IFAS Extension Broward County Urban Horticulture Agent Lorna Bravo Join us for our  FREE open house On Saturday, November 9, UF/IFAS Extension Broward will host an open house from 9 a.m. to noon at 3245 College Ave. in Davie. This ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Invasive Species, UF/IFAS Extension, , Water, Wildlife, Work & Life
Tags: Broward, Broward County, Broward County Parks And Recreation, Community, Extension, Master Gardener Volunteer, Open House, UF

¡Deliciosamente bueno! El Desafío de la Mantequilla de Maní regresa este 30 de septiembre

by Luz Bahder
September 30, 2024

Creado por Megan Winslow, especialista en relaciones públicas de UF/IFAS.  Pocos placeres culinarios trascienden la infancia. Pero ya sea crujiente o no, acompañada de mermelada, galletas o pan, la mantequilla de maní es un alimento que ... READ MORE

Category: Community Volunteers, Events, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Asociación De Productores De Maní De Florida, Condados, El Desafio De La Mantequilla De Mani, Emparedados, Español, Extension, Extensión Cooperativa De Florida A&M University, Federación De Maní De Florida, FPF, FPPA, Inseguridad Alimentaria, Mani, Mantequilla, Mantequilla De Mani, Oficinas De Extension, Peanut Butter, Peanut Butter Challenge, Produccion De Mani En Florida. Cosecha De Mani, Proteinas, Rachel Pienta, Servicio De Extensión De UF/IFAS, Spanish, UF-IFAS

UF/IFAS expert shares pest control tips for hurricane season

by Lourdes Mederos
September 25, 2024

Storms bring more than wind and rain during the Atlantic hurricane season. Unwanted pests crawl into our lives. With electricity outages, standing water and damaged structures, urban pests find ample opportunity to invade homes, businesses ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Invasive Species, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: Chikungunya, Dengue, Extension, Fire Ants, Flooding, Florida Department Of Agricultural Consumer Sciences, Fort Lauderdale Research And Education Center, Hurricane, Johnalyn Gordon, Mosquitoes, Pathogens, Pest Control, Pest Management University, Rainfall, Red Imported Fire Ant, Termite, Viruses, Zika
peanut butter

Lip-smackin’ good: Peanut Butter Challenge returns Sept. 30

by Megan Winslow
September 25, 2024

Few culinary pleasures transcend kiddom. But whether crunchy or smooth, paired with jelly, crackers or bread, peanut butter is a food nearly everyone can enjoy. High in protein, it’s also among food banks’ most requested items. (more…) READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Farm Management
Tags: Donate, Drive, Extension, Florida A&M University Cooperative Extension, Florida Peanut Federation, Florida Peanut Producers Association, Food Bank, Food Insecure, Hungry, IFAS, Institute Of Food And Agricultural Sciences, PBC, Peanut Butter, Peanut Butter Challenge, Rachel Pienta, UF, UF-IFAS, University Of Florida
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Kayak Lunch & Learn at Rainbow River

by Yilin
September 20, 2024

Join us for an unforgettable journey on one of Florida's most pristine and beautiful rivers, Rainbow River. This is your chance to immerse yourself in nature while learning about our precious water resources and how to protect them. Event Highlights ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Invasive Species, Lawn, Natural Resources, Recreation, Turf, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Education, Extension, FFL, Kayak, Landscape, Lunch And Learn, Nutrient Loadings, Rainbow River, Septic Systems, Springs

Learn to Protect Your Drinking Water and Septic System: Free Workshops in Marion County

by Yilin
September 20, 2024

Join Us for Two Community-Oriented Workshops on Private Drinking Well Maintenance, Well Water Quality, and Septic System Care in Marion County! Are you concerned about the safety of your drinking water and the health of your septic system? ... READ MORE

Category: Events, Home Management, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Extension, Florida Well Owner Network, FWON, Hurricane Preparedness, Private Wells, Septic Systems, Well Water Testing, Workshop
Picture Credit: Tyler Lenin, University of Florida

A Cut Above: Supporting Local Beef Producers

by Jonael Bosques
September 3, 2024

The direct benefits are many. Rural communities such as Hardee County benefit from beef cattle production in many ways. These operations provide jobs, create safe spaces for wildlife, and serve as areas where opportunities are created ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Beef, Beef Cattle, Community, Economy, Extension, Florida, Local Food, Sustainable Living
Extension Gilchrist County groundbreaking ceremony

UF/IFAS Extension Gilchrist County to expand facilities 10-fold

by Megan Winslow
August 13, 2024

Rain left a two-inch puddle on the floor of the UF/IFAS Extension Gilchrist County office Wednesday. It was a fitting reminder of the Trenton structure’s age, and one remarked upon repeatedly Friday by speakers at a ceremonial groundbreaking ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Community Volunteers
Tags: 4-H, Bell, Bobby Crosby, Ceremony, Construction, Expansion, Extension, Extension Gilchrist County, Florida 4-H, Gilchrist County, Gilchrist County Agriculture Complex, Groundbreaking, IFAS, Institute Of Food And Agricultural Sciences, Jessica Altum Cooper, Master Gardener Volunteer, Megan Winslow, Rob Gilbert, Trenton, UF, UF-IFAS, University Of Florida

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