Teaching young people the value of savings and managing money is an important life skill. We hope you will join us in our efforts to spread the savings message, “Start Small, Think Big.” The annual Okaloosa Saves “Teaching Children to Save” project will be held April 22-July 31 2013. Since 2004, youth have deposited $221,119.12 …
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Limited Pesticide Training & CEU
Click here to see: Limited Training in Jackson County this month
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Florida Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises Conference
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The 5th Annual Florida Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises Conference promises to inform and inspire agricultural innovators. Join us August 2-4 in Kissimmee, Florida for farm tours, a trade show, networking opportunities, live animal exhibits, hands-on workshops, and delicious locally-grown food! Don’t miss this chance to learn more about farming as well as alternative enterprises …
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Walton County Earth Day Festival & 5K Run/Walk~April 20th, 2013
The Department of Environmental Protection’s Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, the University of Florida IFAS Extension, Florida Sea Grant, and Friends of Topsail Hill Preserve State Park invite you to participate in the 5th Annual Walton County Earth Day Festival & 5K Race on April 20, 2013 at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park. Join us …
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2013 How to Grow Tomatoes in Florida Seminar
If you’ve experienced difficulties in growing tomatoes in Florida, you’re not alone. If you plan to grow tomatoes this year, you may want to attend the How to Grow Tomatoes in Florida seminar offered by the University of Florida Extension Service. The seminar will be held Thursday, March 28 from 9 a.m. to 1p.m. at …
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Sequestration….Facing Reduced Income
Reduced Income ResourcesThere’s a lot of talk about sequestration these days! Are you prepared for furlough days? Whether or not this occurs, now is a great time to assess your financial health! What is your income? What about debts and living expenses? How much are you currently spending? Do you have an emergency savings? What …
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Do You Know When The Pests Are Here?
As the season approaches you may be wondering what insects you will have do deal with and when will they be showing up. Using IPM to Monitor for Pests is a hands-on program being offered at John Deere Landscape in Santa Rosa Beach on March 28 from 4-6 p.m. Join us to learn the many techniques …
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Stay in Touch!
Did you know there are lots of ways to stay in touch with UF/IFAS Okaloosa Extension Office? You can visit this website regularly, but there are lots of other options! Join our “Subscribe” list! You can opt to get information on Living Well, Gardening, Youth, Natural Resources, Agriculture and more–you subscribe to the information you …
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It’s Not too Late! Sign up for Saves Challenge
It’s America Saves/Okaloosa Saves Week! Have your set your financial goal? That is the first step towards financial security! Set your goal and become a Saver at Okaloosa Saves Then be part of the America Saves Challenge! Register for the challenge by Saturday, March 2nd! For more info, see Financial Challenge.
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Will You Be Fertilizing For Pay in 2014?
If part of your job is fertilizing lawn areas, Florida statutes requires that you obtain a Limited Certification for Urban Landscape Commercial Fertilizer by January 1, 2014. In order to send in the application, you must complete the Green Industries Best Management Practices class. The next opportunity is March 12, 2013 at the Okaloosa County …
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