Extension Cord

Let's mix it up a bit and think about our lawns.

When we think about lawns, we think of turfgrass, which is the largest irrigated crop in the United States. But our lawns can be so much more! Lawns can offer greater plant diversity that can support different pollinators and serve a greater ecological function. So let's mix it up a bit and think about fun new ways we can think about our lawns. Join Dr. Taylor Clem as he speaks with Dr. Basil Iannone and UF/IFAS Extension Lake County's Brooke Moffis about their study on multi-species lawn alternatives. 

More Information:

Dr. Iannone's Lab Page 

UF/IFAS Extension Lake County

The Discovery Gardens

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If you would like to reach out to any of the agents, feel free to send them an email or call our county extension office at (352)955-2402: https://directory.ifas.ufl.edu/searchdir?pageID=7&UnitCode=A11&Display=Standard&m=0

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Water is incredibly important to all Floridians and the environment. Join extension agents Taylor Clem and Tatiana Sanchez as they speak with Alachua County Environmental Protection Department's Hollie Greer as they discuss water issues, the Florida-Friendly Landscaping Program, and the county's Turf SWAP Rebate program! 

Resources:

UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County

The Florida-Friendly Landscaping Program

My Yard, Our Water: Turf SWAP Program Page

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YouTube: UF IFAS Extension Alachua County

Facebook: UF IFAS Extension Alachua County Master Gardeners

If you would like to reach out to any of the agents, feel free to send them an email or call our county extension office at (352)955-2402: https://directory.ifas.ufl.edu/searchdir?pageID=7&UnitCode=A11&Display=Standard&m=0

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Summer Night by LiQWYD

Alachua County's hot and humid summers may make vegetable gardening seem like an impossible task. Join Dr. Taylor Clem and Master Gardener Volunteer Scott Schuppie as they socially-distance themselves and discuss summer vegetable gardening. Topics include plant selection, green manures, nematode management, and a couple of other topics. 

Resources:

UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County

Florida Vegetable Gardening Guide 

Introduction to Soil Solarization

Cover Crops and Green Manure for Your Garden

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YouTube: UF IFAS Extension Alachua County

Facebook: UF IFAS Extension Alachua County Master Gardeners

If you would like to reach out to any of the agents, feel free to send them an email or call our county extension office at (352)955-2402: https://directory.ifas.ufl.edu/searchdir?pageID=7&UnitCode=A11&Display=Standard&m=0

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Summer Night by LiQWYD

UF/IFAS Extension is sometimes referred to as Florida's best-kept secret. Although we don't want to be a secret, our programs benefit every Floridian. Join us on this podcast episode as we meet UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County's different extension agents. In Part II of the episode, we speak with Dr. Kevin Korus and Dr. Tatiana Sanchez. Kevin is the county's Agriculture and Natural Resources agent and Tatiana is the Commercial Horticulture Agent.

UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/alachua/

Agriculture and Natural Resources: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/alachua/agriculture--natural-resources/

Commercial Horticulture: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/alachua/commercial-horticulture/

If you would like to reach out to any of the agents, feel free to send them an email or call our county extension office at (352)955-2402: https://directory.ifas.ufl.edu/searchdir?pageID=7&UnitCode=A11&Display=Standard&m=0

Music Credit:

Summer Night by LiQWYD

UF/IFAS Extension is sometimes referred to as Florida's best-kept secret. Although we don't want to be a secret, our programs benefit every Floridian. Join us on this podcast episode as we meet UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County's different extension agents. In Part I of the episode we speak with Dr. Cindy Sanders the county's extension director and livestock agent. We also speak with Martha Maddox, the county' Family and Consumer Science Agent and our wonderful 4-H Team, Amanda Pittman and Mary Lee Sale.

UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/alachua/

Livestock: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/alachua/livestock/

Family & Consumer Sciences: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/alachua/family--consumer-sciences/

4-H: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/alachua/4-h/

If you would like to reach out to any of the agents, feel free to send them an email or call our county extension office at (352)955-2402: https://directory.ifas.ufl.edu/searchdir?pageID=7&UnitCode=A11&Display=Standard&m=0

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Summer Night by LiQWYD

During a time of heightened anxiety related to COVID-19, UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County's Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, Martha Maddox called into to Extension Cord to discuss food safety. As we visit the grocery store and practice social distancing, Martha wants us to be prepared and knowledgable as we select, store, and prepare our food. 

We're all in this together, but if you have any questions, feel free to reach out to UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County. If you would like to reach out to Martha Maddox with any questions about food safety, you may email her at [email protected].

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Summer Night by LiQWYD

Join me, Dr. Taylor Clem and other extension agents with UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County, as we discuss special topics by speaking with Master Gardener Volunteers, researchers, specialists, and community members who are contributing wonderful impacts to our community. Whether you are interested in horticulture, agriculture, water, or food, plug into our monthly podcast to discover new ideas, new discoveries, and new solutions for your life.

Remember to follow our podcast on your favorite platform to receive notification of our inaugural episode on April 18th. In the meantime, reach out to UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County for any questions, tips, or support.

So remember to tune-in and plug-in with what’s happening in Alachua County, this is Extension Cord.

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Summer Night by LiQWYD