by Doug Mayo | Apr 29, 2016
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services announced on April 20, 2016 that the Florida Forest Service is now accepting applications for the Cogongrass Treatment Cost-Share Program. Applications for the program will be accepted through July 29, 2016....
by Doug Mayo | Apr 29, 2016
Doris and Ralph had been married and lived on their farm together for over 40 years. Ralph noticed that his wife seemed to have trouble hearing him lately and became concerned. He started thinking she might need to be tested for hearing aids. Not quite sure how to...
by Josh Freeman | Apr 22, 2016
It happens every year, usually the second week of May, but this year it looks like it may be next week. We are strolling right along, crops are moving beautifully, weather is nearly perfect, and then it happens. Summer shows up. And it often seems to do so very...
by Evan Anderson | Apr 22, 2016
Evan Anderson, Walton County Agriculture Agent Strawberries are currently in full production, and seeing rows of beautiful berries at a u-pick operation, or flats of flawless fruits in the store makes it easy for the consumer to forget how many pests and diseases...
by Doug Mayo | Apr 22, 2016
Doug Mayo, Jackson County Extension Director & Dr. Jay Ferrell, UF/IFAS Extension Weed Specialist From time to time people ask, “What is the cheapest way to control weeds in pastures?” A healthy, vigorous pasture grass will choke out most weeds that try to get...