UF/IFAS Extension Seminole County -

First Fridays with Florida First Detector, Schedule available Sept 2025-2026!

by Morgan Pinkerton
May 8, 2026

What is Florida First Detector? Florida First Detector is a multiagency educational effort focused on enhancing the early detection of invasive pests that threaten agriculture, nursery industries, and natural areas. We offer in-person and ... READ MORE

Category: AGRICULTURE, Conservation, Crops, Farm Management, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, Fruits & Vegetables, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Lawn, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Biosecurity, FFD25-26, Florida First Detector, FloridaFirstDetector, Invasive Species, Plant Protection, SeminoleCountyAg

The Basics of Creating a 4-H Club

by Karen Henry
May 7, 2026

Have you been thinking about getting involved in 4-H with your family? One of the best ways to make a lasting impact in your community is by starting your own 4-H club right here in Seminole County. The best part? You don’t have to do it ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers
Tags: 4-H Clubs, Karen Henry, Seminole County 4-H

May 2026 First Friday with Florida First Detector

by Morgan Pinkerton
May 4, 2026

Recap of May 2026 First Friday with Florida First Detector In May, we dove into the basics of nematodes. While many nematodes are free-living and play beneficial roles in soil ecosystems, others are parasitic and can cause significant damage ... READ MORE

Category: AGRICULTURE, Crops, Farm Management, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, Fruits & Vegetables, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Lawn, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Professional Development, Turf, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Early Detection, Eradication, FFD25-26, FloridaFirstDetector, Nematodes, SeminoleCountyAg

Understanding 4-H Standards of Excellence

by Karen Henry
April 23, 2026

One of the most exciting parts of the 4-H experience is being recognized for your hard work. The 4-H Awards and Recognition program is designed to celebrate not just what youth accomplish, but how they grow along the way—through leadership, ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth
Tags: Awards And Recognition, Karen Henry, Seminole 4-H, Standards Of Excellence

4-H Project Reports Made Simple: A Guide for Youth and Families

by Karen Henry
April 23, 2026

If you’re part of 4-H, you’ve probably heard about “project reports”—and maybe even felt a little unsure about where to start. Whether you’re a first-time Cloverbud family or a seasoned Senior member, these reports are an important ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth,
Tags: 4-H Project Reports, Karen Henry, Organization, Record Keeping, Seminole 4-H