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Population Growing but US Farm Acreage Declining
The world population increased from 3 billion in 1959 to 6 billion by 1999, a doubling that occurred over 40 years. The Census Bureau’s latest projections imply that population growth will continue...
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Growing 4-H in Schools
Students in Mrs. Peacocks 5th grade science class explored the Laws of Motion during 4-H National Science Day. It’s day two of National Volunteer Week, and today our 4-H volunteer spotlight is on Mrs....
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Growing Independence Through 4-H Clubs
Today is our final post for this year’s National Volunteer Week Celebration. We’ve heard from several different types of volunteers- project club leaders, school volunteers, gardening volunteers and...
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4-H Alumni Growing the Next Generation of #TrueLeaders
“First you are a part of it, then it becomes a part of you.” What better way to describe that inside “IT” factor that drives our 4-H Alumni to continue supporting our programming in order “To Make the...
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Collegiate 4-H: Growing #TrueLeaders Beyond High School
Did you know that you can extend your 4-H experience through your college years? If you plan on attending college consider joining Collegiate 4-H. Collegiate 4-H is an organization that provides...
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Fungicide Considerations for the Mid-point of the Peanut Growing Season
Most of the peanuts are close to lapping in Santa Rosa County. Photo Credit John Atkins Mid July is the time of year where, for most of us, we are at the mid-point in our peanut production season. The...
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Growing Hops in the Panhandle
When one thinks of hops, one most likely thinks first of beer. The brewing of beer, and especially its subsequent consumption, are likely to eclipse thoughts of any other part of the process that...
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Growing Ginger Root in North Florida
Freshly harvested ginger rhizomes. Photo by Molly Jameson. Fall is finally here and we are beginning to enjoy our first few bursts of cold air coming in from the northwest. For many, this inspires us...
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Keys to Growing Tomatoes in Florida
Florida farmers produce more fresh tomatoes than any other state. Yet Florida home gardeners find it difficult to grow tomatoes. By changing a few basic practices, home gardeners can increase their...
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Aquaponics: A Growing Hobby
There has been an increasing demand by clientele for information and training on small-scale food production methods to meet the growing demand for locally produced food and for personal consumption....
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Evaluate Forage Production While the Grass is Still Growing
Washington County cow in mid-September with plenty of forage waiting on her just beyond the temporary fence. Photo Credit: Mark Mauldin There has been a delightful coolness in the air these first few...
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Mushroom Growing Workshop – November 18
The Jackson County Master Gardeners are hosting a hosting a Mushroom Growing Workshop on Saturday, November 18 at the Jackson County Extension Office, 2741 Penn Ave., Marianna, FL. MUSHROOM GROWING...
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Growing Winter Strawberries Workshop
Where: Washington County Agriculture Center 1424 Jackson Ave When: Saturday November 11, 9:00am-12:00pm Cost: $ 10.00. Refreshments Served Limit 30 participants Strawberry plant plugs will be provided...
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