Jackson County Extension
850-482-9620 Office Hours: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM Central Time 2741 Pennsylvania Ave Suite 3 Marianna, FL 32448
Welcome to Jackson County Extension
Contact the Agents: 850-482-9620 Doug Mayo: livestock, pastures, fish ponds; Ethan Carter: row crops, pest management, CEU & pesticide license training; Open Position: vegetables, fruits, & specialty crops Stephanie Herzog – family and consumer science Caroline Chappell –… Read More
Dine In on December 3rd
Make the pledge to Dine In on Tuesday, December 3rd. Dine In for better health – physical, social, and cultural. Why Join families and communities across the country as they “Dine In” on December 3rd in celebration of home cooked… Read More
Stress Management Tips for the Holiday Hullabaloo
The holidays are upon us! The holidays are a beloved time of year for many, but they are also a source of stress. Stress is defined by an individual’s values, beliefs, and perceptions, so it may look different… Read More
How to Use a Food Thermometer
You can’t tell by looking if your food is done cooking. Using a food thermometer not only ensures your food is properly cooked to reduce the risk of harmful bacteria, but it also prevents overcooking. Check out this… Read More
Simple Cranberry Sauce
Cranberries were likely a part of the Thanksgiving tradition dating all the way back to the very first one. Native Americans ate dried or fresh cranberries and they used cranberries for dye and medicinal purposes. They also used… Read More
Pressure Canning: Winter Surplus Meat Preservation Course
Click here to register online. See the flyer below for all of the information!
It’s Turkey Time: Thaw Your Turkey Safely
You have your frozen turkey. Now what? Plan ahead to be sure your bird is safe and ready to cook. Do not thaw your frozen turkey on the counter. All parts of the turkey must be kept at… Read More
2019 Jackson County Farm-City Awards
The following information was compiled from contributions from the farm families being recognized, and the cooperating agency personnel for presentation at the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce’s 2019 Farm City Breakfast by Doug Mayo, County Extension Director, UF/IFAS… Read More
What’s For Dinner? Make Your Own Freezer Meals
You get home after a busy day and now it’s time to figure out what to make for dinner. You open the pantry and the refrigerator in a search for something to make for dinner. Maybe you can’t… Read More
Bullying – Stop It!
Have you ever been bullied or know someone who has been bullied? I know I have. October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Each October since 2006, there has been a national effort to raise awareness about bullying and provide… Read More