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Article by UF/IFAS Extension Broward County Urban Horticulture Agent Lorna Bravo Food security is a critical concern as the global population expands, and natural resources dwindle. Smart solutions for more efficient farming, hardier crops, alternative sources of nutrition,… Read More

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Crops, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching, Uncategorized, Water, Work & Life

Tags: community garden, conservation, food security, gallons of water, hydroponics, Kids Grow food, lettuce, lettuce breeding, sustainability, urban farming, urban farms, urban food systems, vegetables

Home Gardening = Food Security

by Jessica Sullivan

Posted: March 24, 2020

Gardening is a great way to get some exercise, relieve stress, eat healthier, and increase your food security. And while some of us have always enjoyed gardening, it’s great to see a whole new crop of gardeners is… Read More

Category: Agriculture, Crops, Disaster Preparation, Fruits & Vegetables, Uncategorized

Tags: Covid-19, crops, food security, gardening, home gardening, Okra, spring gardening

Growing Tropical Squash in Florida

by Jessica Sullivan

Posted: March 23, 2020

Local farming and home gardening is never more relevant than in times of emergency when food supply and distribution have the potential to become unstable. Those stuck at home can make the most of it and grow a… Read More

Category: Agriculture, Crops, Disaster Preparation, Fruits & Vegetables, Uncategorized

Tags: calabaza, Covid-19, food security, home gardening, pumpkin, tropical squash

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Broward County Master Gardener Volunteers Evaluate UF/IFAS Lettuce Lines Grown Hydroponically

Home Gardening = Food Security

Growing Tropical Squash in Florida