UF/IFAS Extension
Osceola County
UF/IFAS Extension Osceola County is a partnership between the University Of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, The United States Department of Agriculture, and Osceola County Government.
Contact
ci.gonzalez@ufl.edu
(321) 697-3000
1921 Kissimmee Valley Lane
Kissimmee, FL 34744-6107
Hours
Monday - Friday - now by appointment only
Call for appointment 321-697-3000
8:00am - 5:00pm
Soccer & 4-H at Home Summer Program
Welcome to Soccer and 4-H at Home!
Here's how it works! Soccer & 4-H at Home is an at your own pace 10-week program that will have weekly activities posted each Monday, starting May 18 through July 31, 2020. Any youth from any part of the U
05/18/2020
Water Wednesday Recap – Hurricane Preparedness
The 2020 Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30. Are you prepared for this hurricane season? Last Water Wednesday, the Family Consumer Sciences Agents LuAnn Duncan in Sumter County and Lisa Hamilton in Volusia County gave us an informative talk about emergency water supplies
06/29/2020
What's Going on Near You
Is it OK to plant a veggie garden now?
Is it OK to plant a veggie garden now? The answer is Yes, as long as you stick to the winter crops. Some of the best ones for now are broccoli, cabbage, carrots, and many others
10/14/2019
Things you can do during a “Shelter-in-Place” Order: Enjoy farm-fresh produce
We need farm and food businesses to keep providing us with fresh foods. Local growers are taking extra precautions to reduce risks on their farms, and farm visitors have a responsibility to use safe practices too
03/30/2020
COVID-19 Resources for Seafood Producers and Small Businesses
Originally published March 31 2020. Last updated July 2 2020
07/02/2020
Plants for your health
With recent disruptions in the availability of food and basic supplies, people are looking at how they can be more self-sufficient. Many of you are growing your own vegetables and fruits; why not grow your own health supplements too? Here are some plants to keep you healthy that anyone can grow
06/17/2020
Five Easy Relaxation Tools for the Whole Family
The current challenges in life have made this time of the year more stressful. Here are five easy relaxation tools that the whole family can use
04/15/2020
Things you can do during a “Shelter-in-Place” Order: Enjoy farm-fresh produce
We need farm and food businesses to keep providing us with fresh foods. Local growers are taking extra precautions to reduce risks on their farms, and farm visitors have a responsibility to use safe practices too
03/30/2020
Home Gardening = Food Security
Gardening is a great way to get some exercise, relieve stress, eat healthier, and increase your food security. And while some of us have always enjoyed gardening, it’s great to see a whole new crop of gardeners is emerging as people find themselves spending more time at home
03/24/2020
