Out of an abundance of caution to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus, we have cancelled or postponed many of our classes, workshops and other activities until May 1st. We are still in the process of evaluating our current schedule but ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, AGRICULTURE, HOME LANDSCAPES, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
Happy National Nutrition Month, everybody! National Nutrition Month is celebrated nationally every March, with a theme set by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. This year's theme "Eat Right, Bite by Bite" encourages us to take small, actionable ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
UF/IFAS Extension Orange County is kicking off March with two of our biggest events of the year - come out and enjoy the fun! The Orange County Master Gardener Volunteer Garden Festival & Plant Sale is on Saturday, March 7th from ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Health & Nutrition, HOME LANDSCAPES, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
The internet is full of home remedies for the garden. Sometimes it’s easier to grab something from the pantry rather than heading to the garden center to buy a chemical. But do they work? Maybe so, maybe not. Here are a few popular remedies, ... READ MORE
Category: HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension
There are several situations where you may find yourself with a bottle calf. At the earliest stages, you may have witnessed the birth. If the mother survived, let nature take its course. But if you happen to see the mother die from birth or ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension
The landscape irrigation system is one of the largest water-using appliances. This may account for up to 50% of a home’s water use. The efficiency of the home irrigation system is often overlooked. Consequentially, is has potential to waste ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Lawn, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
In a previous blog post, we discussed how to know when you have a pest problem, and how to choose the least harmful method of dealing with it. But what about before you have a problem? Is there a way to keep the pests out, or to stop them ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension
It’s no surprise that Florida summers start early and last a long time when compared to other states. Our summers are hot and humid, and while our bodies try their best to adjust to the temperature by sweating, there is only so much they can ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
Summer Plans for the Kids This is the time of the year when kids dream of summer vacation and fun! Meanwhile, parents are looking for ways to keep their children engaged and minimize screen time. UF/IFAS Orange County 4-H can provide both ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Conservation, Curriculum, Health & Nutrition, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension
Many of my friends are crazy about caladiums. I’m not much for foliage plants; if it doesn’t flower or fruit, why bother? But after seeing the range of sizes and colors that can sizzle in a shady corner, I’m convinced. I’ll be planting ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension