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
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
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
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
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
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
This annual event focuses on equine production as it relates to sport and recreational horses. This year's event will be held on September 19th from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. at the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion, 2232 NE Jacksonville Road in ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Events, Livestock
HOMEBUYER EDUCATION UF/IFAS Extension Marion County Classroom 2232 NE Jacksonville Road Ocala, FL 34470 Registration Fee: Individuals: $30 Couples: $40 Register at Eventbrite: hbe-marion-may19.eventbrite.com Deadline May ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Home Management, WORK & LIFE