Hydroponics is often associated with high-tech setups and constant monitoring. But did you know there’s a way to grow plants hydroponically without pumps, electricity, or complex systems? It’s called the Kratky Method, and it’s one of ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture
The purpose of this Community Needs Assessment. A community needs assessment is a vital process that helps identify a community's strengths, challenges, and unmet needs. We are gathering input from residents, organizations, and stakeholders, ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agribusiness, Agriculture, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Coasts & Marine, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Crops, Curriculum, Disaster Preparation, Events, Farm Management, Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Livestock, Money Matters, NATURAL RESOURCES, Pests & Disease, Professional Development, Recreation, Relationships & Family, SFYL Hot Topic, Turf, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife, Work & Life
St. Lucie Earth Day Festival occurs in 2025 on April 12th. UF/IFAS Extension St. Lucie County is attending the festival with two tables this year. You can find us by looking for the 4-H or Master Gardener Volunteer table. Each table has a ... READ MORE
Category: Events
April is National Financial Literacy Month! Celebrate National Financial Literacy Month by learning about LOMO. Read on to learn about LOMO, how you can participate, and how LOMO aligns with the FL State Standards. What is LOMO? LOMO ... READ MORE
Category: Curriculum, Money Matters
Lychee (Litchi chinensis) is a prized fruit crop known for its sweet and aromatic flavor. However, lychee growers worldwide are facing an increasing threat from the Lychee Erinose Mite (LEM), a microscopic pest that can cause significant damage ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Home Landscapes, NATURAL RESOURCES
Understanding avian influenza, transmission methods, including direct contact, contaminated equipment, and airborne spread. According to the CDC, it’s natural for Avian Influenza viruses to be among waterfowl such as ducks and geese. ... READ MORE
Category: Livestock, Pests & Disease,
Consumer Reports!? Equifax, Transunion, and Experian are not the only companies reporting information about you! According to the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau, CFPB, several companies report consumer information. Read more to learn about ... READ MORE
Category: Work & Life
Neem oil has gained widespread popularity among gardeners, farmers, and agricultural professionals for its effectiveness as a natural pesticide and plant health booster. Derived from the seeds of the neem tree (Azadirachta indica), neem oil ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture
Cottage foodies showcased their skills at the inaugural cottage food competition at the Southwest Florida Ag Expo. Participants took a virtual course offered by UF/IFAS Extension’s Homemade Entrepreneur program, where they learned about cottage ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, UF/IFAS Extension
February is canned food month! Travel back in time to learn about how the canning process started. Then start canning with a plan as we prepare our gardens this spring. Lastly, choose to celebrate Canned Food Month by considering the endless ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety