Youth Perspective By Guest Blogger: Sofia Olsen Introduction Disasters, such as hurricanes, can have lasting effects on people in many different ways. While physical damage often gets the most attention, the psychological impact ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Would you like to be a Pinellas County Master gardener Volunteer? Read on to learn more and apply. Apply here now through March 31, 2025 for the 2025 fall class. You must be a current Pinellas County Resident 18 or older to apply and ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, Professional Development, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
By Stephen D. Robinson, Commercial Horticulture Agent In the Commercialized Green Industry, we are aware of the weather events that can include heavy rain, high winds, and prolonged periods of unseasonable hot weather. Significant weather ... READ MORE
Category: Horticulture, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Pinellas County is now in the recovery process after hurricanes Helene and Milton. Mold growth results from the intake of water into the home. This infographic can help you start the cleaning process after the storms. Remember that ... READ MORE
Category: , Home Management, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Hurricane and Storm Assistance Available Now: Hurricane Helene showed us the dangers of storm surge, winds, and the devastation of so many communities across multiple states. Homes and businesses along the Gulf Coast were inundated ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Home Management, UF/IFAS Extension
The Aftermath of Hurricane Helene and Soil Salinity Issues By Stephen Douglas Robinson Commercial Agent, Pinellas County Extension Service The Storm Surge of Hurricane Helene in Pinellas County, Florida reached a confirmed ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
First Time Homebuyer Workshop Sessions 1 & 2 July 19, 2024 & July 26, 2024 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM These sessions take participants through the steps to home ownership, working with a realtor, understanding credit, qualifying ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension
By: Doris Heitzmann Is your yard a winner? Enter your landscape today to find out. The Community Water Wise Awards Program is sponsored by Tampa Bay Water and was created to recognize individuals and businesses committed to conserving ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Florida Water Woes by Jp Gellermann Welcome to 2024! This year already has the makings of something special, but not in a good way. So far, we have had atmospheric rivers dropping record rain and flooding areas, multiple wars, and political ... READ MORE
Category: UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Are you ready to purchase a home but it feels overwhelming? Interested in down payment assistance but need more information? You will learn the steps to home ownership in the UF/IFAS Extension First Time Home-Buyer Program. UF/IFAS Extension ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension