Category: Events

Kayak Lunch & Learn at Rainbow River

by Yilin
September 20, 2024

Join us for an unforgettable journey on one of Florida's most pristine and beautiful rivers, Rainbow River. This is your chance to immerse yourself in nature while learning about our precious water resources and how to protect them. Event Highlights ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Invasive Species, Lawn, Natural Resources, Recreation, Turf, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Education, Extension, FFL, Kayak, Landscape, Lunch And Learn, Nutrient Loadings, Rainbow River, Septic Systems, Springs

Learn to Protect Your Drinking Water and Septic System: Free Workshops in Marion County

by Yilin
September 20, 2024

Join Us for Two Community-Oriented Workshops on Private Drinking Well Maintenance, Well Water Quality, and Septic System Care in Marion County! Are you concerned about the safety of your drinking water and the health of your septic system? ... READ MORE

Category: Events, Home Management, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Extension, Florida Well Owner Network, FWON, Hurricane Preparedness, Private Wells, Septic Systems, Well Water Testing, Workshop

Clear the Shelter Month, Adopt A Companion

by patriciadnobles
August 19, 2022

August is Clear the Animal Shelter Month What better time than during the Clear an Animal Shelter Adoption Campaign to adopt a pet? What might be some of the benefits to pet owners? A recent article from the University of Florida News showed ... READ MORE

Category: , Events, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Research, Work & Life
Tags: Adopt A Pet, Companion, Exercise, Healthy Living, Mental Health

Marion County Agriculture Hall of Fame Recognition

by patriciadnobles
June 15, 2021

As a part of Farm City Week Marion County Extension honors individuals from our Community for their contributions to Agriculture. Since its inception in 2003 Marion County has recognized thirty-four men and women for their place in Marion County’s ... READ MORE

Category: , Community Volunteers, Events, Farm Management, Livestock, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension

Irrigation Orientation – A Webinar Series for Florida Homeowners

by Yilin
April 20, 2021

Are you frustrated that with all the energy and money devoted to your yard, you still have patchy turfgrass or weed spots? Or you are spending too much money to keep your grass green? Did you know... it all starts with irrigation! In this ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Lawn, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Extension Learning, Florida Friendly, Grass, Irrigation, Lawn, Residential Irrigation, Residential Landscape, Virtual Workshop, Water, Water Conservation

Water Wednesdays – Urban Agriculture

by Yilin
November 23, 2020

Urban Agriculture is part of a local food system where food is produced within an urban area and marketed to consumers within that area. According to U.S. EPA, urban agriculture can contribute to the revitalization of abandoned or underutilized ... READ MORE

Category: AGRICULTURE, Events, Natural Resources, Water
Tags: Urban Agriculture, Water Wednesdays

Cool Season Forage Field Day

by Caitlin Justesen
January 3, 2020

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Category: AGRICULTURE, Crops, Events, Farm Management, Livestock
Tags: Bahia, Bainum, Cattle, Coastal, Equine, Forage, Grass, Grazing, Hay, Livestock, Pasture, Pasture Management, Rye

Central Florida Fall Cattlemen’s Conference

by Caitlin Justesen
October 2, 2019

Join us on Thursday, November 7th for our Annual Florida Fall Cattlemen's Conference & Allied Trade Show. The event will be held at the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion, 2232 NE Jacksonville Rd, Ocala. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. Topics will ... READ MORE

Category: AGRICULTURE, Events, Livestock
Tags: Bainum, Cattle, Central Florida, Conference, Cow, Fall, Heifer, Trade Show

Go Springs & Get Wet

by Yilin
September 26, 2019

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Category: Events, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Adventure, Kayaking, Rainbow River, Yilin Zhuang

Farm Safety Day

by jpopenoe
September 26, 2019

Farm Safety Day is designed for farmers and farm workers to receive an annual review of safety practices. Starting at 8 am workers and handlers will receive their required annual Worker Protection Standards (WPS) training in either English or ... READ MORE

Category: AGRICULTURE, Events, Farm Management, Horticulture
Tags: Farm Safety, Produce Safety, Tractor Safety, WPS Handler And Worker Training

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