Do you like to learn about plants, insects, and gardening? Do you like working with people? Do you have time to volunteer for UF/IFAS Extension? Are you willing to participate in an intensive 12-week training program? Then the Master Gardener ... READ MORE
Category: HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Join UF/IFAS Extension Jackson County Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension Jackson County Family & Consumer Sciences, and the Jackson County Master Gardener Volunteer Program on Saturday, August 10 at the Jackson County Extension Office for ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Water is one of the most valuable natural resources and with the ever growing concern of climate change and the hot dry conditions Northwest Florida has already experienced this summer, every drop counts. One way you could combat ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Today is National Learn-About Composting Day! According to the USDA, food waste in the United States is estimated to be 30-40 percent of the country's food supply. This adds up to approximately 133 billion pounds of food waste per year. In our ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Lawn, UF/IFAS ExtensionFlorida’s diverse ecosystem is home to a variety of native plants that provide resources for local pollinators. Native flowers are not only a beautiful addition to any garden but also play a crucial role in maintaining the health of our environment. ... READ MORE
Category: HOME LANDSCAPES
As we relish the flavors of locally grown strawberries, their sweet aroma and vibrant hues evoke the essence of sunshine captured in each bite. In the wake of Valentine's Day, where strawberries often take center stage, let's dive into the art ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, WORK & LIFE
Join us for an exciting and informative Backyard Composting 101 Workshop hosted by the Jackson County Master Gardener Volunteer Program! Discover the secrets of turning your kitchen scraps and yard waste into nutrient-rich compost for your plants. The ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Lawn, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension,
UF/IFAS Extension Jackson County is pleased to announce that Abigail (Abbey) Payne is the new Commercial and Environmental Horticulture Agent. Abbey will be focusing on consultations and educational programs for specialty crop ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension,
The Jackson County Master Gardener Program will be hosting a Fall Vegetable Workshop on Saturday, August 26th starting at 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. There will be an admission fee of $10.00 per person, which will cover handouts, giveaways ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, HOME LANDSCAPES
This week I have been noticing some of the beautiful perennials blooming at the Jackson County Extension office, and one struck me as especially beautiful. Indian Pink or Woodland Pinkroot, it turns out, (Spigelia marilandica), is native ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES