UF/IFAS Extension
Highlands County
The Cooperative Extension Service is nationwide and was established by the Smith-Lever Act of 1914. It is a partnership between state land grant universities, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the county governments throughout the nation.
Contact
highlands@ifas.ufl.edu
(863) 402-6540
4509 George Blvd.
Sebring, FL 33875
Feeding After the Frost
Projected freezing temperatures over the weekend are a reminder of the impact weather has on cattle management. With freezing temperatures, frost is inevitable, meaning nutritive value of forage is going to be reduced
01/27/2022
Grow citrus at home
Florida means citrus
Florida is synonymous with citrus. No better juice-producing trees are grown in the world
02/23/2023
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
2023 Water Ambassador Webinar Series
The Water Ambassador lunch and learn webinar series is back for 2023!
Join UF/IFAS Extension for the Virtual Water Ambassador lunch and learn webinar series. The Water Ambassador Program is an educational partnership between Martin County and UF/IFAS Extension that unites and empowers residents who have an interest in protecting local waterways and giving back to their communities
02/20/2023
Highlands County Ag Tours are back
Hidden gems
Agriculture is Central Florida's largest industry. We are often known for the many citrus groves and cattle ranches that are the central agriculture vein throughout our county
02/17/2023
Are you a keeper?
By Amanda Johnson/ guest blogger
Are you interested in learning about beekeeping and the important role that honey bees play in our ecosystem? Look no further! The Heartland Beekeepers Association is offering a Beginner Beekeeping Class for individuals who want to learn more about these fascinating creatures and how to properly care for them.
By pollinating crops, honey bees play a crucial role in our ecosystem and sustainable
02/14/2023
Master Gardener Volunteers are planning their annual clearance plant sale
By Master Gardener Volunteer/Guest Blogger, Mary Frances Meier
The Highlands County Master Gardener Volunteers will offer a spring plant sale on Saturday, February 25, 2023, from 9:00 a.m
02/11/2023
