It has been an exciting year for our artichoke trials in Hastings! After completing three years of variety trials, we came out with some exciting findings and have been sharing our results! Back in 2017, our retired director, Gary England, ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops
Often underrecognized for their contributions to our environment, bats play a pivotal role in keeping insect populations under control while also providing fertilization and pollination services. Pest Control Emerging from their roosts at ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Wildlife
It is well known that plants and gardening can promote wellbeing. Most of you reading this are likely gardeners or plant enthusiasts who have first hand experience with the myriad benefits caring for our green friends can impart. Caring for ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Horticulture
In 2021, St. Johns County was honored to have David and Cristol Lee of First Farm be recognized as the CARES award recipient. Every year, farmers are recognized for their conservation efforts and being stewards of the land. First Farm is located ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture
Organic crop production is increasing in the tri-county agricultural area, with a healthy abundance of vegetables headed straight to your local grocery stores and retail markets. But what makes your produce "organic?" When discussing organic ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture
If you interested in preparing to take the FAA Part 107 General Knowledge Exam to become a licensed drone pilot, this program may be what you are looking for, see flier for details. READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Crops, Events, Farm Management, Home Landscapes, Livestock, Turf, UF/IFAS Extension
Historically, humans and poultry have interacted in many ways beyond owning chickens as farm animals. From domesticated fowl being used for meat and egg production to fancy breeds being shown in competition, ducks, chickens, turkeys, and other ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Livestock
If you are interested in registering to attend a FREE Beef Cattle Workshop for Beginners on December 15, 2021 from 9 AM - 12 PM at Spring Ranch in Putnam County, contact Tim Wilson, UF/IFAS Extension, St. Johns County - Production Ag Agent at ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Events
Cow/calf breeders produce calves that are then grown and harvested to provide a renewable, healthy, nutritious protein source in the form of beef. Feeding cows and heifers that do not produce a calf each year can severely impact the profitability ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock
If your pasture production is declining, one of the first steps to take to help solve this problem is collecting a soil sample. The information you gain from this analysis can be used to make necessary adjustments to help you achieve your goal. ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock