Tag: Putnam County

Media Alert: Connect with 100 Years of UF/IFAS Hastings Agricultural Extension Center through Field Day and Celebration Dinner

by Jamie Groh
March 12, 2026

What: The UF/IFAS Hastings Agricultural Extension Center is hosting a centennial anniversary dinner and Field Day tour event showcasing over 100 years of advancement and commitment to the Tri-County Agriculture Area, an epicenter ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Events, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Featured, Flagler County, Hastings, Hastings Agricultural Extension Center, Potato, Potatoes, Putnam County, St. John's County, UF-IFAS

What to Do After a Freeze Practical Steps for Plant Care

by Julio Perez
February 3, 2026

Winter weather in Putnam County can be unpredictable, but the freeze we experienced from January 31 to February 2 was anything but typical. Temperatures dropped into the low twenties, and the wind chill made conditions even more extreme. If ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture
Tags: Hard Freeze, Landscape Plants, Putnam County, Shrubs

Beyond Bugs: Two Hidden Causes of Tree Decline

by Julio Perez
December 5, 2025

As a horticulture agent, one question that always makes me uneasy is, “What is killing my tree?” It sounds simple, but the answer is rarely straightforward. Finding the cause often feels like solving a mystery—sometimes it takes horticultural ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, Natural Resources
Tags: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Preventing Tree Decline, Putnam County

New 4-H Scholarship First of Its Kind in Florida

by Caylin Hilton
June 23, 2025

When we think of “scholarships” we of course think of the traditional college and university scholarships for students, but a new scholarship is the first of its kind in Florida 4-H. Established this spring by George D. “Sandy” Dunn ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Beyond Ready, Diane Dunn, Flagler County, Florida 4-H, Hands On Learning, Hippology, Putnam County, Rhylie Hayes, Scholarship, St. John's County, St. Johns 4-H, Trades School, UF Foundation, UF/IFAS Extension, Vocational School

How Smoking Hurts Your Spine: What You Need to Know About Back Pain and Tobacco Use

by ryanbjelke
May 29, 2025

Introduction If you smoke and suffer from back pain, the two might be more connected than you think. Smoking is widely known to harm your lungs and heart, but it also damages your spine. New research shows that tobacco use increases the risk ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Back Pain, FCS, Putnam County, Smoking, Tobacco Free Florida

Norovirus and Berry Season: How to Protect Yourself from Infection

by ryanbjelke
March 4, 2025

As berry season approaches in Florida, many of us look forward to enjoying fresh strawberries, blueberries, and other delicious fruits. However, with a recent norovirus outbreak reported in Jacksonville, it’s essential to take precautions ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition
Tags: Berries, Norovirus, Prevention, Putnam County

Problem-Solving 101: Encouraging Creative Thinking in Youth

by Heather Pogue
November 25, 2024

Problem-solving is a vital skill for navigating challenges in life, and 4-H provides a great environment to develop this ability. Whether you are working on a project, collaborating with others, or tackling a new activity, you will often face ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: 4-H, Heather Pogue, Life Skills For Youth, Putnam County, Youth Development

Developing Leadership Qualities Through 4-H Activities

by Heather Pogue
November 18, 2024

Leadership is a skill that anyone can develop, and as a 4-H member, you have countless opportunities to grow into a strong leader. Whether you’re leading a club project, organizing an event, or working with a team, 4-H gives you the chance ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: 4-H, Heather Pogue, Life Skills For Youth, Putnam County, Youth Development

Financial Literacy Basics: Teaching Youth to Budget and Save

by Heather Pogue
November 12, 2024

Learning how to manage money is one of the most important skills you can develop as a young person. Financial literacy, understanding how to budget, save, and spend wisely, will help you make smart decisions with your money throughout life. ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: 4-H, Heather Pogue, Life Skills For Youth, Putnam County, Youth, Youth Development

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