Florida is one of the most biologically diverse states in the nation! We are home to more than 700 terrestrial wildlife species and have the 3rd largest wild bird population in the US. With close to 1,000 new Floridians moving here each day, ... READ MORE
Category: , Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Wildlife
If you’ve ever been told your cookies could win awards, your spice blends should be bottled, or your sourdough starter deserves its own fan club, you might be sitting on more than just a hobby. Many home cooks don’t realize that their passion ... READ MORE
Category: , Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
Con el 2026 ya en marcha, ¿por qué no agregar plantar un nuevo árbol a tu lista? Adopta-un-Árbol lo hace fácil. Si no estás familiarizado con Adopta-un-Árbol, aquí hay una sinopsis rápida. Los eventos de Adopta-un-Árbol buscan dar ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Natural Resources
With 2026 already underway, why not add planting a new tree to your list? Adopt-a-Tree makes it easy. If you are not familiar with Adopt-a-Tree, here is a quick synopsis. Adopt-a-Tree events seek to give Orange County residents an opportunity ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Natural Resources
June 1 marks the start of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, which runs through November 30. Recent seasons have reminded us how active and unpredictable hurricane activity can be, especially here in Florida. Now is the time to review your ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Disaster Preparation, HOME LANDSCAPES, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
As we head into summer, it’s a great time to build new skills and plan ahead. Our May classes include opportunities to learn about gardening, sustainability, financial well-being, and healthy living through practical, research-based ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, AGRICULTURE, Blog Community, Events, Farm Management, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, HOME LANDSCAPES, Home Management, Horticulture, Lawn, Money Matters, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, WORK & LIFE
Cheers and claps ring out as campers exit the stage, high-fiving and giddy with the kind of nervous excitement that always filled the air on talent show day. The energy was enough to distract from the fact that it was the last day of camp. ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, UF/IFAS Extension
Welcome back to our Florida’s Hidden Invaders Blog Series where we focus on spreading awareness of invasive species and their impacts. In this section we will focus on teaching youth about invasive species. Studies show that learning through ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Invasive Species
2026 Orange County Garden Festival & Plant Sale Saturday, March 7, 2026 | 8:30 am – 3:00 pm UF/IFAS Extension Orange County6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando, FL 32812 Springtime at our Extension Office is the best time of the year! Our ... READ MORE
Category: Events
BEWARE! AFTER THIS CLASS, YOU WILL NEVER LOOK AT PALMS THE SAME AGAIN! Palms are popular plants that represent a slice of Florida paradise! There is a science to growing pretty palms that will thrive in Florida, from wild places to managed ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension