The HLB-tolerant citrus workshop is your opportunity to discover how to grow resilient citrus and enjoy fresh fruit at home, even with the challenges of citrus greening. Designed for homeowners and gardening enthusiasts, this upcoming program ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Horticulture
Learn how to support bees, butterflies, and other pollinators by choosing the right plants for your yard. This program introduces Florida Friendly Landscaping principles and highlights ten easy to grow native plants that attract pollinators ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, Lawn, Wildlife
A Warm Welcome My first week as a 4-H Extension Agent was nothing short of energizing and fulfilling. From the moment I walked into the office, I was greeted by an incredible team who immediately made me feel at home. Adjusting to a new routine, ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops
This month’s workshop will teach you how to grow edible plants during a drought. We will look at how dry weather changes the way vegetables grow and why some crops survive better than others. You will learn which vegetables need less water ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Fruits & Vegetables, Horticulture, Water
Winter weather in Putnam County can be unpredictable, but the freeze we experienced from January 31 to February 2 was anything but typical. Temperatures dropped into the low twenties, and the wind chill made conditions even more extreme. If ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture
When you think of tea, your mind probably jumps to green or black tea from Asia. But did you know the only caffeinated plant native to North America grows right here in Florida? Meet Yaupon Holly (Ilex vomitoria), a resilient evergreen shrub ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops
When it comes to raising sheep in the warm, humid climate of Putnam County, Florida, Katahdin sheep stand out as an excellent option. These hardy animals are known for their adaptability, low-maintenance care, and high-quality meat production. ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Livestock, Pests & Disease
As a horticulture agent, one question that always makes me uneasy is, “What is killing my tree?” It sounds simple, but the answer is rarely straightforward. Finding the cause often feels like solving a mystery—sometimes it takes horticultural ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, Natural Resources
After a myriad of sweet corn trials at the UF/IFAS Hastings Agriculture Extension Farm by a solid team of experts including Gary England, Scott Chambers, Dr. Marcio Resende and Dr. Wendy Mussoline, a local farmer has picked up the baton and ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops
For decades, scientists have wondered how the human body absorbs a rare and important nutrient called queuine. This compound is known to play a vital role in protein production, brain function, and potentially even cancer prevention. In 2025, ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition,