UF/IFAS Extension
Bay County
All UF/IFAS Extension Bay County education programs, events, and meetings scheduled through April 30 have been postponed due to direction from the University of Florida concerning COVID-19. We are working quickly to reschedule any postponed events. Updates at http://facebook.com/bayifas
Contact
bay@ifas.ufl.edu
(850) 248-8091
(850) 784-6105
2728 E. 14th St.,
Panama City, FL 32401-5022
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, say University of Florida experts.
For about 80 years, many Florida-grown blueberries have been developed through the UF/IFAS blueberry breeding program
03/23/2023
Emergency Loan Programs for Small Businesses Impacted by Hurricane Ian
Last modified: October 9, 2022 10:00 PM
Both the state and federal government have emergency loan programs for small businesses impacted by Hurricane Ian. The table below provides basic information on three of the loan programs and links to information on how to apply, eligibility and program requirements, and other important information
10/10/2022
National Ag Day: Growing a Climate for Tomorrow
March 21st is National Agriculture Day, a time to recognize and celebrate the men and women who produce our food, fuel and fiber. Now celebrating its 50th Anniversary, the theme for this year’s Ag Day is “Growing a Climate for Tomorrow”
03/20/2023
Resources for Florida’s Fisheries and Aquaculture Industries Impacted by Hurricane Ian
Last modified: October 10, 2022 9:30 PM
Hurricane Ian caused significant damage to large parts of Florida and the state’s fisheries and aquaculture industries were particularly hard hit. Several sources are available for industry members needing assistance
10/03/2022
Sustainable Development Goals And One Health: SDG 17
In the context of One Health, SDG 17 (Partnerships for the goals) is particularly important because it acknowledges the interconnectedness of health issues and the need for a holistic, collaborative approach to addressing them. One Health, a concept that recognizes the interconnectedness of human,
03/23/2023
March 22 is World Water Day!
March 22, 2023 is observed around the world as World Water Day!
Yesterday, the Sarasota County Board of County Commissioners showed its dedication to protecting and enhancing our water resources by proclaiming March 22, 2023 to be World Water Day in Sarasota County. UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County was joined by Sarasota County Public Utilities,
03/22/2023
Pause For A Bit of Positive Financial News
With all the negative news we’ve heard lately about looming recessions and bank failures, it can be unnerving. So let’s all just pause for a bit of positive financial news
03/21/2023
