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UF/IFAS expert offers beginners tips for growing herbs
this spring enjoy National Garden Month with homegrown herbs. Each April, this month-long observance... more
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Wild horses will be available for adoption in Okeechobee.
Horses crossed continent to find home in western U.S.
For the first time, horses are telling the story of how they spread and flourished in the western U.S. Until now, the accepted theory of when and how horses came to the Great Plains and Northern … more
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OKEECHOBEE -- The Okeechobee Livestock Market on U.S. 98 was the site of the Second Chance Youth Livestock Show on April 2. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Second Chance Livestock sale set for Saturday, April 1
Okeechobee Livestock Market is hosting the “Second Chance Livestock Sale” for children across the sunshine state who were unable to show an animal … more
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From U-pick to the grocery store, Florida’s blueberries make for a tasty treat
As we enter the heart of Florida’s blueberry harvesting season, you can now enjoy the yummy fresh fruit during its finest hours... more
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Second Chance Livestock Sale planned for April 1
The Okeechobee Livestock Market, 1055 US 98 N., will host the Second Chance Livestock Sale on April 1, 2023. more
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Fresh Access Bucks double the value for SNAP
SNAP recipients can get double the value of their benefits when they purchase fresh fruits ... . more
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OKEECHOBEE — Rocco Cohen is a 14-year-old 4-H competitor at the county fair each year. He takes his work with his livestock very seriously. Rocco has been showing chickens for four years and this is his fifth year in 4-H. He is a member of Bacon Bunch, County Council and Sharpshooters.
It takes a lot of work to be beautiful
Rocco Cohen is a 14-year-old 4-H competitor at the county fair each year. He takes his work with his livestock very seriously. Rocco has been showing chickens for four years and … more
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Alyssa Cortez was awarded a perfect score for senior showmanship at the Okeechobee Youth Rabbit Show. Judge Jeff Albright said it was only the second time he ever gave someone a perfect score, and he has judged thousands of competitors.
4-H teen receives perfect score from rabbit judge
Tenth grader Alyssa Cortez was shocked when Judge Jeff Albright awarded her a perfect score during the Okeechobee Youth Rabbit Show this week. … more
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UF/IFAS to find lessons learned from Hurricane Ian for citrus growers
LAKE ALFRED — While Hurricane Ian lasted just a few days, a University of Florida researcher is looking at longer-term impacts in hopes of finding strategies to improve recovery and provide … more
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The UV light technology used by researchers to suppress powdery mildew in cantaloupe plants at the UF/IFAS Gulf Coast Research and Education Center.
UV light may help farmers vanquish deadly cantaloupe pathogen
University of Florida scientists want to help farmers in Florida and across the globe grow the cucurbit... more
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WLI for Agriculture and Natural Resources opens nominations for Class XII
The UF/IFAS Wedgworth Leadership Institute for Agriculture and Natural Resources (WLIANR) is soliciting nominations for Class XII... more
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Florida’s citrus industry still a vital economic force in state
Despite challenges from diseases, land development trends and extreme weather, Florida’s citrus industry... more
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UF/IFAS plant breeders can play ‘Cupid’ for Valentine’s Day
Roses are red, violets are blue, but plants may be just right for you to give your Valentine this year more
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Sayara raises chickens as 4-H project.
4-Her turns chicken project into a business
Saraya Rowley, age 10 – almost 11 – has been raising chickens for about four years. In the past year, she started selling eggs ... more
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UF/IFAS tests olives in Florida to determine possible commercial industry
But Florida may be the next agricultural region for small-scale commercial olive production. more
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Be aware of these common toxic plants
Weeds and invasive plants can be a nuisance to a home or business landscape, and some of them are also toxic... more
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Florida leads the world in caladium bulb production
Terri Bates knows that if she wants to sell a good caladium, she can count on University of Florida scientists, including Zhanao Deng. more
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Trees provide habitat for birds.
Sequestering Carbon & Protecting Florida Land program open
$2.6 million is now available to landowners through the Sequestering Carbon and Protecting Florida Land program ... more
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Ag-Venture teaches 4th graders about local agricultural industries
Okeechobee County Ag-Venture, Inc. is a non-profit organization that provides local fourth grade students... more
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UF/IFAS helps Floridians launch food business dreams
Starting a food business might seem intimidating, but UF/IFAS Extension courses can help make big dreams a reality. more
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