Tag: Indian River

Hurricanes Mean Higher Grocery Prices
November 27, 2017
How Hurricanes Affect Agriculture and Higher Grocery Prices - thank a farmer every time you eat! Many of our agriculture producers along the Treasure Coast did not fare so well with hurricane Irma and the additional week of steady rains right ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Farm ManagementTags: Christine Kelly-Begazo, Farms, Grocery Prices, Hurricanes, Indian River

Container Gardens for Florida
November 22, 2017
Container Gardening made easier... Our Environmental Horticulture Agent Nickie Munroe demonstrates how to make container gardens for Florida by providing practical tips to make your container gardening experience enjoyable. Follow the steps ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home LandscapesTags: Container Gardens, Horticulture, Indian River, Nickie Munroe

Blueberries in Florida
November 22, 2017
Blueberries in Florida: there is more to this little fruit than you think! July is National Blueberry Month and this little fruit gem, packed with health benefits, is considered one of the most nutrient dense foods in the world. In one ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, CropsTags: Agriculture, Blueberries, Christine Kelly-Begazo, Fruit Crops, Indian River

Pollinator Points
November 22, 2017
By Olivia Zugay and Violet Krochmalny Pollinator Points - Diversity When the act of pollination comes up, many immediately think of bees and butterflies as the primary movers of pollen. However, they are only two of the many species of insects ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home LandscapesTags: Bees, Florida Friendly Gardens, Indian River, Landscapes, Pollinators, Wildlife