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September 13, 2023

Recap: Summer SWFL Small Farmer Network Meeting on Pine Island

On July 19, 2023 the Southwest Small Farmer Network held the summer meeting at FruitScapes, LLC on Pine Island in Lee County, FL. The focus of the meeting was to highlight the resiliency of producers on Pine Island which was devastated by Hurricane Ian, connect producers with each other, and share UF/IFAS Extension and Florida State Agricultural Response…

September 12, 2023

Test Forages

Now is the time to plan winter supplementation strategies. Conserved forages (hay, haylage, stockpiled forages) are usually the foundation of a winter feeding plan. Whether harvesting your own hay/haylage or purchasing, understanding the nutritive value of your forages can be used to adjust the amount and composition of supplements that will need to be added…

September 12, 2023

Pesticide Hygiene: Striking the Work/Home Balance

For many of us keeping a work life balance is a challenge. How many of you find yourself bringing work “home with you”? It is bad enough to not be able to turn the work phone off, or turn our brains away from work, but what else is coming home with you? If you work…

September 11, 2023

Why Does Soil pH Matter?

Why does soil pH matter? The foundation of every successful garden starts with quality soil. Whether you’re growing vegetables, flowers, turf, shrubs, or any other plant matter, you must be aware of your soil pH and understand that it can change periodically. Soil pH influences the plant’s ability to consume nutrients. When soil pH is…

September 11, 2023

UF scientists start to discover how to keep fruits and vegetables fresher before they arrive at the grocery store

When you’re perusing the produce section, you’re looking for fresh fruits and vegetables. If not eaten within a few days after harvest, many age quickly and get thrown out, leading to food waste, say University of Florida experts. Fruits and vegetables age differently after they’ve been harvested, so Tie Liu wants to know how crops age…

September 11, 2023

Foolproof Palm Care: Dwarf Palmetto

Credit: David A. Fox, UF/IFASThe Dwarf Palmetto (Sabal minor) is a native palm which can grow in North-, Central-, and South- Florida. It is also known as Blue-Stem Palmetto due to its blueish-green fronds. As with other palms in the Sabal genus, the Dwarf Palmetto provides a nectar and food source for pollinators and birds respectively. Planting Site The…

September 8, 2023

Weekly “What is it?”: Climate Smart Floridians

Several years ago, a group of Extension Agents and specialists created a series of classes called “Sustainable Floridians.” The course was designed to teach new and long-time residents about ways to conserve natural resources, energy, and water. Participants were encouraged to get involved in local community decision-making about environmental issues. The course had a module…

September 8, 2023

Celebrating National Cooking Day: The Magic of Cooking at Home

September 25th marks National Cooking Day, a perfect time to reflect on the joys and benefits of home cooking. While only some might be culinary enthusiasts, many of us have embraced our inner chef more than we would have expected. I understand that setting aside time to cook can be challenging, especially with demanding work…

September 7, 2023

Foolproof Palm Care: Scrub Palmetto

One of a handful of native palms, the Scrub Palmetto (Sabal etonia) is a smaller and less common relative to the ubiquitous Saw Palmetto. It is slow-growing and like the Saw Palmetto, produces berries which provide food for wildlife. Its flowers are also a nectar source for butterflies.Planting Site The Scrub Palmetto prefers full sun but will…

September 7, 2023

Post-Hurricane Landscaping Tips: Check for ‘Widow Makers’

As Sarasota County UF/IFAS Extension Horticulture Agent Ashley Ellis and FFL Community Educator Forest Hecker were leaving Evacuation Center duty after Hurricane Idalia, they spotted this newly formed ‘widow maker’. Which is a branch, broken off a tree, that is suspended in a tree until it falls much later. Hurricanes can wreak havoc…

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