Agriculture
Clay County has more than 400 farms of all sizes. These farms do many things, like raising cows for beef, growing hay and timber, keeping bees, and using hydroponics and aquaponics to grow plants. Farmers also grow vegetables, fruits, and citrus. UF/IFAS Extension Clay County helps farmers - both current and future - find easy-to-understand information about farming practices, current issues, and helpful tips. It also shares details about local and regional workshops and outreach programs.
Livestock and Pasture Management
Livestock Management - Learn about caring for livestock and keeping herds healthy. Pasture Management - Find out how to choose, plant, and care for pasture grasses; Learn to spot and treat weeds, fertilize pastures, and control harmful plants. Pesticide Licensing - Get help with agriculture pesticide licenses, exam prep, and how to safely apply and measure pesticides. Youth Programs - Teaching youth to raise animals.
Crop Management and Alternative Enterprises
Vegetable Production – Learn how to choose vegetables, manage crops, fertilize, and control pests. Alternative Crops - Explore new options like hydroponics, aquaponics, blueberries, olives, hops, and honey. Diversifying Your Farm - Discover ways to grow your business - agro-tourism, direct marketing, farmers markets, and the Cottage Food Law. Youth Food Systems Education - Teaching youth about growing and producing food.
Meet Our Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension Agent
Cassidy Dossin is the Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension Agent for the University of Florida/IFAS Extension Clay County. She shares research-based information and offers workshops to help farmers, cattle ranchers, crop growers, timber producers, plant nurseries, and pesticide applicators. Her goal is to support both traditional and alternative agriculture in our community.