UF/IFAS Extension
Holmes County
The UF/IFAS Extension Holmes County is the liaison between research conducted by scientists at the University of Florida and other universities and our local community.
Contact
holmes@ifas.ufl.edu
(850) 547-1108
703 B E Hwy 90
Bonifay, Florida 32425
Banker plants effective for managing thrips on roses
Chilli thrips are a nuisance to rose growers, as their feeding causes foliar and flower damage. For the first time, UF/IFAS researchers investigated the utility of a banker plant system for managing chilli thrips on roses
11/22/2022
2022 Outdoor Adventure Camp – (Day Two) – Holmes County 4-H Journeys to St. George Island
Day Two of 2022 Outdoor Adventure Camp led Holmes County 4-H to St. George Island
06/16/2022
This Thanksgiving, Thank a Farmer
This Thanksgiving Day, families and friends across the country will gather to show gratitude for our good fortune by sitting down together over a meal. Not just any meal, but a proper feast, with multiple courses, side dishes, appetizers and desserts
11/17/2022
Holmes County 4-H Kicks Off 2022 Outdoor Adventure Camp in Panacea!
Day One of Outdoor Adventures Camp is a wrap!
Our Holmes County 4-H crew had an awesome day exploring at the Gulf Specimen Marine Lab. We
06/14/2022
Holmes County 4-H – Mastering the Art and Science of Grilling!
Holmes County 4-H recently kicked off 2022 Summer Day Camps with a Tailgating/Grilling Camp! The camp included a special guest and award-winning cook, Mr. Forrest Dilmore, who has competed in hundreds of cooking competitions and received well over a thousand trophies and awards
06/03/2022
Nature’s Best Hope
Nature's Best Hope, A New Approach to Conservation That Starts in Your Yard
As the year draws to a close, and we start thinking about the holidays and gift giving, consider this book, by Douglas W. Tallamy
11/23/2022
Building a Balanced Thanksgiving Plate
Holiday season is approaching, as well as typical New Year’s resolutions for losing weight and improving health. Many of us will gather with family and friends and be surrounded by a lot of food
11/23/2022
