Over the last few months Florida has been hit by three different hurricanes, resulting in damage statewide. This article is going to offer some helpful resources for producers and their communities who have been impacted by these storms. The ... READ MORE
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When the man-of-the-mower and I relocated from Ohio to Florida, I had to learn how to garden in beach sand. In south-west Ohio, the soils are dark, loamy and have more organic matter than Florida soils. Sand does not hold much water or nutrients ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, UF/IFAS Extension
It's October again, and your 4-H Agent has seemingly disappeared for a week. You may be asking yourself, what are they doing? Why are they not here to take my call? As an extension professional, many expect us to be available 24/7. ... READ MORE
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What is the Peanut Butter Challenge? This annual jar collection for local food pantries is hosted by UF/IFAS Extension and Florida A&M University (FAMU) Cooperative Extension. Launched in the Florida Panhandle counties in 2012, it is again ... READ MORE
Category: Events, UF/IFAS Extension
REVISED 9:00 am 10-11-2024 I hope you and your loved ones are safe from harm. Safety for yourself and your families is the first consideration as we dig out from hurricanes Milton and Helene. Levy County Extension center is open ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Events, Horticulture, Lawn
University of Florida, Associate Professor, Dr. Ali Sarkhosh met with Levy residents to discuss Vitis rotundifolia, commonly called muscadine, scuppernong, bullaces or bullet grape. During his presentation, Sarkhosh cited a study (Habibi et. ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture
As Florida anticipates another hurricane approaching, it is recommended to be prepped, including your livestock. It is important to recognize different livestock have different requirements and needs during storm season. What Identification ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Disaster Preparation, Farm Management, Livestock
Each fall, excitement can be felt in the air with the anticipation of new experiences and opportunities. With the start of school, many families seek out reliable and reputable sources for their children to become a part of. Many of these families ... READ MORE
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The National Summer Reading Challenge encourages children to read 12 hours per week over summer break. Studies indicate summer reading habits benefit cognitive development, improve language skill, increase concentration, improves imagination ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes
Nature Coast Master Gardeners (NCMGs) partnered with The Children’s Table, a non-profit food pantry to teach vegetable gardening basics. Participants were new to gardening or were unfamiliar with north Florida growing conditions. During the ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes