UF/IFAS Extension
Jefferson County
The Jefferson County Cooperative Extension Service conducts research-based educational programs in agriculture, horticulture, family and consumer sciences, marine interest, and 4-H youth development. Programs are designed to meet various age groups, economic levels and social situations.
Contact
jefferson@ufl.edu
(850)342-0187
2729 W Washington Hwy
Monticello, FL 32344
Hours
Monday - Friday
8am - 5pm
Six Common Falling Hazards in the Home
As we get older, our risk of falling increases. In fact, falling once doubles the chances of falling again
04/26/2019
Grade Your Kitchen’s Cleanliness
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences
If you are anything like me, kitchen cleanliness is very important. Everything is tidy and in its place, there is no expired food in the pantry or refrigerator, and all the appliances are clean and free of debris
08/19/2019
What's Going on Near You
UPCOMING WORKSHOP: Homemade Holidays
RESCHEDULED!
WHAT: Homemade Holidays
DATE: December 1, 2018
TIME: 10:00am - 2:00pm
LOCATION: Wakulla County Extension office, 84 Cedar Avenue in Crawfordville
COST: $15/person
**Bring in a paperback book for Operation Paperback and receive $2 off the registration fee!**
To register, please call Samantha Kennedy at (850).
11/26/2018
Stop the Robocall Madness
I know I am not the only one fed up with the robocall madness. I no longer answer calls from numbers I do not recognize, and I block known scam numbers
06/21/2019
Conserve Water with High-Efficiency Rotary Irrigation Nozzles
The landscape irrigation system is one of the largest water-using appliances. This may account for up to 50% of a home’s water use
08/22/2019
Plan Ahead for Back to School Savings
It’s still the dog days of summer so it’s hard to believe that the first day of school is right around the corner. Soon, the kids will be wrapping up the lazy days of summer and the fun of summer camps and family vacations to prepare for the back to school routine
07/31/2019
Sunscreen Made Simple
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences
The sun is already scorching here in Wakulla County and it is not even officially summer yet. It is a constant and relentless companion when we are outside, pushing temperatures into the mid to upper 90s and, if we are not careful, damaging our skin
06/28/2019
Stop the Robocall Madness
I know I am not the only one fed up with the robocall madness. I no longer answer calls from numbers I do not recognize, and I block known scam numbers
06/21/2019
Borrowing for College? Read This First!
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences
Interest Rates Have Dropped
Interest rates in federal student loans are decreasing an average of 0.5 percent for the 2019-2020 academic year
06/04/2019
