It’s no secret that the cost of eggs has risen dramatically in the past several months. What was once one of the lowest cost sources of animal protein has now become fodder for internet memes with people making hyperbolic comparisons between ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock, SFYL Hot Topic
Occasionally our Extension Office receives phone calls from apartment and condominium owners concerned about cockroach populations in their apartment and their apartment complex. All it takes is one resident or one vendor to unknowingly introduce ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, Pests & Disease, Work & Life
The Importance of Soil Testing Soil testing is one of the most cost effective and important tools that any land managers have at their disposal. The results of a soil test will tell you what the pH of your soil is. If your soil is too acidic ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture
Filling out a soil submission form correctly is an important step in making sure you get the right interpretation of your soil test results. Below is a run-down on how to fill out the Bahia and producer soil submission forms. If you need additional ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture
No matter your age our lifestyles have become very sedentary. Yet getting enough physical activity is a critical factor in our health status. Adequate physical activity helps your body function properly, improves sleep habits, and can reduce ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition
Baby, It's Cold Outside! As Floridians we are generally not used to colder temperatures. Anything below a balmy 70 degrees sends me rifling through my closet looking for scarves and a heavy coat. I’ve even been known to don long johns when ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock
Selecting the right plant for the right place is important for many reasons, including maintaining healthy plants through a cold spell. Resident of Lake County, Florida live in plant hardiness zones 9A and 9B. Plants adapted to 9A can service ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Lawn,
Common misconceptions about weather in central Florida Many residents new to central Florida think they live in the tropics. This is not always the case, as most of central Florida, including Lake County, is in a subtropical environment. ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes
It’s the season of celebrations, gatherings, and special meals together. As we prepare and carry out those celebrations, we need to keep food safety at the top of our mind to keep those we love healthy and safe. This is important in planning, ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition
4-H Club Organizational Leader A 4-H Club Organizational Leader is an adult volunteer in charge of a 4-H community, after-school, or in-school club. A 4-H club consists of five or more kids with two volunteer leaders, and the club's members ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth