Tag: UF/IFAS Extension Hardee County

‘Cutting-edge science’ from UF/IFAS Extension helps farmer preserve water, other parts of his ecosystem

by Brad Buck
October 17, 2024

For about 20 years, Colin Furness and his family have bred and raised miniature cattle and donkeys, and specialized in getting people started with their own herd of mini livestock. They raise registered Herefords, Florida Cracker cattle and ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture
Tags: Cattle, Cost Share, Dyllan Furness, Farm, Fencing, Florida Department Of Agriculture And Consumer Services, Jonael Bosques, Peace River, Tropical Soda Apple, UF/IFAS Extension Hardee County, Water, Water Preservation, Water Quality, Wetlands

UF/IFAS Extension Hardee County director honored with national NACAA Distinguished Service Award

by Lourdes Mederos
August 12, 2024

The National Association of County Agricultural Agents has awarded Jonael Bosques, agriculture agent and director of UF/IFAS Extension Hardee County, with the prestigious Distinguished Service Award. Bosques is one of only three recipients ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Horticulture, Livestock, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: 4-H Youth Development, Agriculture, Animal Science, CAFE Latino, Coalition Of Florida Extension Educators For Latino Communities, Community Development, FACAA, Florida Association Of County Agricultural Agents, Forestry, Horticulture, Jonael Bosques, Livestock, National Association Of County Agricultural Agents, Natural Resources, Ranchers, Small Farms, UF/IFAS Extension Hardee County, UF/IFAS Extension Marion County

Starting a farming business? UF/IFAS hosts virtual English and Spanish workshops for beginners

by Lourdes Mederos
March 18, 2024

Florida farming is big business. To make it in today’s competitive market, those new to the industry need a solid business plan and the right marketing tactics to build a business from the ground up. "Agricultural operations, regardless ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Events, Farm Management, Horticulture, Livestock, Money Matters, Professional Development, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching
Tags: Agricultural Education And Communication, Business, Business Plan, Climate, Consumer, Consumer Preferences, Consumer Reviews, Farm Operations, Farming, Farming Is A Business, Financial Planning, Human Resources, Institute Of Food And Agricultural Sciences, Jonael Bosques-Mendez, La Agricultura Es Un Negocio, Luis Rodriguez Rosado, Marketing, Marketing Plan, News, Research, Spanish, U.S. Department Of Agriculture, UF-IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension Hardee County, UF/IFAS Extension Polk County, University Of Florida

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