The rise in popularity of backyard chickens in Pinellas County brings up many questions about best management practices. There are various ordinances depending on your location and which city you live in. Each city has its own ordinances about ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, ConservationAre you curious and persistent? Then you would make a great Citizen Scientist. If your passion is observing nature, you might want to consider becoming a Citizen Scientist through a program like the National Phenology Network (USA-NPN). Nature's ... READ MORE
Category: ConservationDo you know how healthy your home is? Do you worry about toxins and air quality in the home? We spend the majority of our time indoors and it can have serious health impacts. The products we purchase can create an unhealthy home. In this article, ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Home ManagementSometimes we get mixed signals about whether recycling is important in Pinellas County. Our 25 local governments have various policies that support recycling efforts. Single stream recycling is the easiest method for residents but has not been ... READ MORE
Category: ConservationHave you set your new “green” resolutions for 2015? Are you still forgetting that reusable bag for the grocery or not quite off the bottled water yet? Each year brings a new opportunity to see how we can implement more sustainable practices. ... READ MORE
Category: ConservationWhat’s new for solar energy in Florida? Solar energy sounds like the perfect solution to create a sustainable, clean and renewable energy source. So, is Florida moving towards more solar energy? Florida ranks third in the nation for solar ... READ MORE
Category: Work & LifeThe Green Business Partnership (GBP) is a voluntary assessment that recognizes businesses for their environmental stewardship and sustainable practices. Offered through Pinellas County Extension, it encourages conservation of resources, ... READ MORE
Category: ConservationPlease take this short survey about our website (www.pinellascountyextension.org) and help us improve how we deliver information. Your input is very valuable to us. Are we missing something you need information on? Thank you for your ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Conservation, Home Landscapes, Work & LifeIt seems like a never ending stream of catalogs and advertisements coming into our mailbox. If we want to save natural resources and reduce waste, how do we get rid of unwanted mail? We each use approximately 750 pounds of paper each year and ... READ MORE
Category: ConservationThe Cooperative Extension System was established by the Smith-Lever Act of 1914. In Florida, Extension has helped millions by tapping the latest information from the research of the University of Florida and Florida A&M University and ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Conservation, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Work & Life