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On this episode of the Plantings of the Month, we discuss wildflowers. Check the Plantings of the Month website for information on planting, harvesting and more. Listen to the Extension Cord Podcast to get further insights on the Plantings of the Month. The Plantings of the Month program is a collaborative effort between Alachua County Board of County Commissioners, UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County, Alachua County Master Gardener volunteers, Alachua County Public Library, Grow Hub and Working Food.  For more information, contact the UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County at 352-955-2402. Visit the extension office website for additional programs offered by the extension office.

The UF/IFAS Extension County Office is pleased to announce that planting a fall garden in September will kick off our new “Plantings of the Month” series. The new series replaces the previous “Plant of the Month” and will include timely topics for your gardens. As the summer heat begins to wane, Northeast Florida gardeners have a unique opportunity to start their fall gardens. The cooler temperatures and reduced humidity create ideal conditions for growing a variety of cool-season crops, such as lettuce, onions, mustard greens and strawberries. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner, you can take full advantage of our unique growing conditions and enjoy a bountiful fall and winter harvest. Check the Plantings of the Month website for information on planting, harvesting and more. Listen to the Extension Cord Podcast to get further insights on the Plantings of the Month. "Starting a fall garden cultivates more than just plants; it nurtures resilience, foresight, and the promise of a fruitful harvest well into the cooler months," said County Commission Chair Mary Alford. The Plantings of the Month program is a collaborative effort between Alachua County Board of County Commissioners, UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County, Alachua County Master Gardener volunteers, Alachua County Public Library, Grow Hub and Working Food.  For more information, contact the UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County at 352-955-2402. Visit the extension office website for additional programs offered by the extension office.

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare cherry tomatoes. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://alachuacounty.us/news/Article/pages/The-July-Plant-of-the-Month-is-Cherry-Tomatoes.aspx#:~:text=%E2%80%8B%E2%80%8BThe%20UF%2FIFAS,grow%20in%20clusters%20like%20cherries. Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Chayote. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://alachuacounty.us/news/Article/pages/Chayote-Squash-is-the-June-Plant-of-the-Month.aspx Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua Count Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Southern pea. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://sites.google.com/ufl.edu/plant-of-the-month/home Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Oranges. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://alachuacounty.us/News/Article/Pages/Oranges-are-the-April-Plant-of-the-Month.aspx Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Seminole pumpkin. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://alachuacounty.us/news/article/pages/The-March-Plant-of-the-Month-is-Thyme.aspx Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Peaches. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://alachuacounty.us/news/Article/Pages/Peaches-are-the-January-Plant-of-the-Month.aspx Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Parsley. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://alachuacounty.us/news/article/pages/The-December-Plant-of-the-Month-is-Parsley.aspx Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Parsley. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://alachuacounty.us/news/Article/Pages/The-November-Plant-of-the-Month-is-Carrots.aspx#:~:text=%E2%80%8BThe%20UF%2FIFAS%20Extension,side%20dish%20for%20any%20meal. Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Chinese cabbage. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://alachuacounty.us/News/Article/Pages/The-October-Plant-of-the-Month-is-Chinese-Cabbage.aspx#:~:text=The%20UF%2FIFAS%20Extension%20Alachua,Cabbage%20in%20North%20Central%20Florida. Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare sage. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://alachuacounty.us/news/article/pages/The-September-Plant-of-the-Month-is-Sage.aspx Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Thai long bean. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. Plant of the Month Program - 2023 Thai Long Beans (google.com) Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare basil. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://alachuacounty.us/news/Article/Pages/The-July-Plant-of-the-Month-is-Basil.aspx Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Malabar spinach. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://alachuacounty.us/news/Article/Pages/Malabar-Spinach-is-the-June-Plant-of-the-Month.aspx Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare eggplant. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://sites.google.com/ufl.edu/plant-of-the-month/January/may/2023-eggplant?pli=1 Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss the roles and responsibilities of a rural County Sheriff's Deputy. Guest: Deputy Perry Koon Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit the Alachua County Sheriff's Office website. https://acso.us/ Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Seminole pumpkin. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://alachuacounty.us/news/Article/Pages/Okra-is-the-April-Plant-of-the-Month.aspx#:~:text=The%20UF%2FIFAS%20Extension%20Alachua,magnesium%2C%20potassium%2C%20and%20calcium. Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare turmeric. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://alachuacounty.us/news/Article/Pages/Turmeric-is-the-March-Plant-of-the-Month.aspx Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Passion Fruit. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://alachuacounty.us/news/article/pages/Passion-Fruit-is-February%E2%80%99s-Plant-of-the-Month.aspx Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Na. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/ornamentals/nasturtium.html Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare blueberries. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/MG359 Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Cauliflower. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://sites.google.com/ufl.edu/plant-of-the-month/January/november/2022-cauliflower Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Arugula. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://alachuacounty.us/news/Article/Pages/Arugula-is-the-October-Plant-of-the-Month.aspx#:~:text=The%20UF%2FIFAS%20Extension%20Alachua,1.6%20grams%20of%20dietary%20fiber. Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Swiss Chard. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://alachuacounty.us/news/article/pages/The-September-Plant-of-the-Month-is-Swiss-Chard.aspx Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss the agricultural research being conducted at the UF/IFAS Agricultural Extension Center at Hastings, FL. Special guest: Dr. Christian Christensen, Director of the Hasting Ag Extension Center. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agent, Alachua County. For more information please visit: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/alachua/ https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/hastings/ Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Green Beans. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/edibles/vegetables/beans.html https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/edibles/vegetables/pole-beans.html Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare peppers. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/edibles/vegetables/peppers.html Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

On this episode we get to know our Alachua County Extension intern, Valerie Lantigua, and discover some of the roles and responsibilities of an Extension intern. Guest: Valerie Lantigua Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/alachua/ Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Seminole pumpkin. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/edibles/vegetables/seminole-pumpkin.html Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, prepare and cook with watermelon. Host: Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County, Agronomy and Natural Resources Guests: Cynthia Nazzario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County, Environmental Horticulture Tatiana Sanchez, UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County, Commercial Horticulture Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County, Family and Consumer Sciences For more information please visit: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/alachua/ Music by The Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

On this episode Dr. Marcio Resende and Dr. Kevin Korus discuss the role that artificial intelligence plays in agriculture and the selection of better sweetcorn varieties. Dr. Marcio Resende, UF/IFAS Extension, Dept. of Horticulture Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension, Alachua County For more information visit: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/alachua/ and https://hos.ifas.ufl.edu/people/on-campus-faculty/marcio-resende/ Music by The Walkers: https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/album/the-walkers and https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select and prepare tomatillos. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension, Alachua County Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension, Alachua County Music By The Walkers: https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/album/the-walkers and https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

On this episode we discuss how to grow, select and prepare tomatoes. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary and Martha Maddox For more information visit: http://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/alachua/ Music by The Walkers: https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/album/the-walkers or https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

Learn about all of the exciting activities at the upcoming Alachua County 4-H Youth Fair & Livestock Show and how to get your children or grandchildren enrolled for next year. Guests: Dr. Cindy Sanders (Alachua County Extension Director) and Mary Lee Sale (Alachua County Extension 4-H Agent). Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, Alachua County Extension, Ag & Natural Resources. For more information visit: http://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/alachua/ Music by The Walkers: https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/album/the-walkers --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

Learn how to grow, store and prepare potatoes from UF/IFAS Extension experts on this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazzario-Leary and Martha Maddox. For more information visit http://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/alachua/ Music by The Walkers: https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/album/the-walkers --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

On this episode we are joined by the Alachua County Extension Food and Consumer Sciences agent, Martha Maddox and Ebony Griffin from the UF/IFAS Family Nutrition Program. Ebony introduces her new team and all of the programing that they intend to offer in 2022 and beyond. UF/IFAS Family Nutrition Program: https://familynutritionprogram.org/ Alachua County Extension: http://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/alachua/ Music by The Walkers: https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/album/the-walkers --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss broccoli, the plant of the month for January. We are joined by Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary and Martha Maddox to discuss proper growth techniques and cooking preparation for this wonderful plant. Alachua County Extension: http://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/alachua/ Intro and outro music provided by The Walkers: https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/album/the-walkers --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

The Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast is back! Join us this month for a discussion of what's new in 2022. Each Extension Agent shares their role in the County and how they plan to use the new facilities to deliver top notch educational programing to the people of Alachua County and beyond. Resources: Alachua County Extension Office Website http://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/alachua/ Music by... The Walkers, an original Rock and Roll band from Gainesville Florida. https://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/album/the-walkers --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

Join us this month as county extension agents speak with Michelle Miller, who is better known as Farm Babe, as they discuss common agricultural myths. Farm Babe is a social media influencer who uses her platform to educate the public regarding agriculture and science. *Editor's Note* FDA approved a bST product in 1993 with the brand name “Posilac™” (sometribove zinc suspension) after determining that its use would be safe and effective. Posilac™ is approved for over-the-counter use in dairy cows starting at around 2 months after the cow has a calf until the end of the lactation period. Farm Babe, Facebook 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: Online Directory Follow us on your favorite podcast platform!!! Song: LiQWYD - Summer Nights (Vlog No Copyright Music) Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music. Video Link: https://youtu.be/Q1bBAEhDBBg Music by LiQWYD: http://www.soundcloud.com/liqwyd http://www.bit.ly/liqwyd-youtube http://www.instagram.com/liqwyd http://www.spoti.fi/2RPd66h http://www.apple.co/2TZtpeG http://www.patreon.com/LiQWYD --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

Creating the future sustainable landscape of Florida starts with good design. Sustainable landscape design creates aesthetically pleasing landscapes but also addresses social well-being, physical well-being, and general connection to nature. Join us today as we talk with one of my favorite people - Dr. Gail Hansen. Dr. Hansen is the statewide extension specialist in sustainable landscape design. During our discussion today, you'll learn about her research and the role of sustainable landscape design in Florida. 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: Online Directory Follow us on your favorite podcast platform!!! Song: LiQWYD - Summer Nights (Vlog No Copyright Music) Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music. Video Link: https://youtu.be/Q1bBAEhDBBg Music by LiQWYD: http://www.soundcloud.com/liqwyd http://www.bit.ly/liqwyd-youtube http://www.instagram.com/liqwyd http://www.spoti.fi/2RPd66h http://www.apple.co/2TZtpeG http://www.patreon.com/LiQWYD --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

The Master Gardener Volunteer program started in Olympia, Washington. But did you know Florida's Master Gardener Volunteer Program originated from a conversation on a riverboat in Louisiana? Join us this month as we speak with Wendy Wilber, the statewide coordinator for Florida's Master Gardener Volunteer Program. During our time together we discussed the mission and vision of the statewide volunteer program. We also spent time highlighting the program's tremendous value to all Floridians. To learn more information about the statewide program click here. If you're interested in learning more about your county program or becoming a volunteer, reach out to your county coordinator. 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: Online Directory Follow us on your favorite podcast platform!!! Song: LiQWYD - Summer Nights (Vlog No Copyright Music) Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music. Video Link: https://youtu.be/Q1bBAEhDBBg Music by LiQWYD: http://www.soundcloud.com/liqwyd http://www.bit.ly/liqwyd-youtube http://www.instagram.com/liqwyd http://www.spoti.fi/2RPd66h http://www.apple.co/2TZtpeG http://www.patreon.com/LiQWYD --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

It's that time of year! If you look closely, you'll notice towards the end of the month school buses and trucks filled with watermelon driving through the county, on their way to market. Watermelons are a major agricultural commodity in Florida and Alachua County. Tune in with us as we speak with Dr. Tatiana Sanchez the commercial horticulture agent with UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County. She works with many of our watermelon growers throughout the region and talks about the dedication from the growers and workers to get watermelons to market. Also - you'll get to learn about the most important tool for sap testing...a garlic press. 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: Online Directory Follow us on your favorite podcast platform!!! Song: LiQWYD - Summer Nights (Vlog No Copyright Music) Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music. Video Link: https://youtu.be/Q1bBAEhDBBg Music by LiQWYD: http://www.soundcloud.com/liqwyd http://www.bit.ly/liqwyd-youtube http://www.instagram.com/liqwyd http://www.spoti.fi/2RPd66h http://www.apple.co/2TZtpeG http://www.patreon.com/LiQWYD --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

When someone thinks about Florida they think of citrus. Citrus is one of Florida's largest industries. One of the biggest concerns we have is Citrus Greening, but the groundbreaking research and new understandings had changed our perspective. Thanks to science, we now know that the citrus industry is here to stay. Join us on this podcast episode as we speak with retired UF/IFAS Extension Agent, Dr. Juanita Popenoe, to learn about citrus, citrus management, and the history of Florida's citrus industry. 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: Online Directory Follow us on your favorite podcast platform!!! Song: LiQWYD - Summer Nights (Vlog No Copyright Music) Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music. Video Link: https://youtu.be/Q1bBAEhDBBg Music by LiQWYD: http://www.soundcloud.com/liqwyd http://www.bit.ly/liqwyd-youtube http://www.instagram.com/liqwyd http://www.spoti.fi/2RPd66h http://www.apple.co/2TZtpeG http://www.patreon.com/LiQWYD --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

Wilmot Gardens is a small, but vibrant corner on the University of Florida's campus that is filled with a booming collection of colorful camellias. Within the garden's greenhouse, there are thousands of newly propagated plants with a giant banner overhead that states, "Therapeutic Horticulture: Helping People Live Better Lives." Join us on this episode of Extension Cord as we discuss the research and therapeutic horticulture programs happening in the heart of UF's campus at Wilmot Botanical Gardens. Wilmot Botanical Gardens 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: Online Directory Follow us on your favorite podcast platform!!! Song: LiQWYD - Summer Nights (Vlog No Copyright Music) Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music. Video Link: https://youtu.be/Q1bBAEhDBBg Music by LiQWYD: http://www.soundcloud.com/liqwyd http://www.bit.ly/liqwyd-youtube http://www.instagram.com/liqwyd http://www.spoti.fi/2RPd66h http://www.apple.co/2TZtpeG http://www.patreon.com/LiQWYD --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

UF/IFAS Extension works with many community partners. One of these partners, Working Food, which is a local non-profit in Alachua County that works with the community to raise awareness of our food systems and food security. Join us as we talk with Melissa DeSa, Working Food's Community Programs Director and "Seed"EO. Working Food If you would like to reach out to any of the agents at UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County, feel free to send them an email or call our county extension office at (352)955-2402 Follow us on your favorite podcast platform!!! Song: LiQWYD - Summer Nights (Vlog No Copyright Music) Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music. Video Link: https://youtu.be/Q1bBAEhDBBg Music by LiQWYD: http://www.soundcloud.com/liqwyd http://www.bit.ly/liqwyd-youtube http://www.instagram.com/liqwyd http://www.spoti.fi/2RPd66h http://www.apple.co/2TZtpeG http://www.patreon.com/LiQWYD --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

Have you ever been concerned about plant pathogens or dealt with plant pathogens? Join us this month as we speak with Dr. Kevin Korus with UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County all about plant pathogens and learn about the resources from UF/IFAS Extension. His background in plant pathology and experiences in the field gives a great perspective regarding how we can prepare ourselves to deal with plant pathogens we may experience. Resources UF/IFAS Plant Diagnostics Center UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County Alachua County's Florida-Friendly Landscaping Home Page Be on the Lookout for Bacterial Leaf Streak If you would like to reach out to any of the agents at UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County, feel free to send them an email or call our county extension office at (352)955-2402 Follow us on your favorite podcast platform!!! Song: LiQWYD - Summer Nights (Vlog No Copyright Music) Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music. Video Link: https://youtu.be/Q1bBAEhDBBg Music by LiQWYD: http://www.soundcloud.com/liqwyd http://www.bit.ly/liqwyd-youtube http://www.instagram.com/liqwyd http://www.spoti.fi/2RPd66h http://www.apple.co/2TZtpeG http://www.patreon.com/LiQWYD --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

Join Dr. Taylor Clem as he speaks with his guest speak Dr. Jaret Daniels. He is a Professor of Entomology at the University of Florida and Curator at the Florida Museum of Natural History's McGuire Center for Lepidoptera and Biodiversity. During our discussion, we'll talk about Dr. Jaret's research and the important role of pollinators. Resources: McGuire Center for Lepidoptera and Biodiversity Attracting Bees to Your Florida Landscape Butterfly Gardening in Florida If you would like to reach out to any of the agents at UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County, feel free to send them an email or call our county extension office at (352)955-2402 Follow us on your favorite podcast platform!!! Song: LiQWYD - Summer Nights (Vlog No Copyright Music) Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music. Video Link: https://youtu.be/Q1bBAEhDBBg Music by LiQWYD: http://www.soundcloud.com/liqwyd http://www.bit.ly/liqwyd-youtube http://www.instagram.com/liqwyd http://www.spoti.fi/2RPd66h http://www.apple.co/2TZtpeG http://www.patreon.com/LiQWYD --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

The Florida-Friendly Landscaping Program is Florida's nine-principle program that emphasizes landscape best-management practices for the promotion and protection of Florida's vital natural resources. Join Dr. Taylor Clem, Claire Lewis, and Tom Wichman as they discuss the FFL program, its impacts, and the future of the FFL program. Resources: The Florida Friendly Landscaping Program Webpage: https://ffl.ifas.ufl.edu/ The Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Handbook: https://ffl.ifas.ufl.edu/materials/FYN_Handbook_2015_web.pdf The FFL Plant Selection Guide: https://ffl.ifas.ufl.edu/pdf/FYN_Plant_Selection_Guide_2015.pdf 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 Song: LiQWYD - Summer Nights (Vlog No Copyright Music) Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music. Video Link: https://youtu.be/Q1bBAEhDBBg Music by LiQWYD: http://www.soundcloud.com/liqwyd http://www.bit.ly/liqwyd-youtube http://www.instagram.com/liqwyd http://www.spoti.fi/2RPd66h http://www.apple.co/2TZtpeG http://www.patreon.com/LiQWYD --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

Florida's water resources are vital for Florida's environmental and economic future. Many programs related to Extension are directly linked to improving and protecting Florida's water resources. Join us in this new episode of Extension Cord as we meet with Stacie Greco, the Water Resources Program Manager with Alachua County's Department of Environmental Protection Department, as we discuss Florida's water resources. Watch a recording of this podcast and other YouTube channel RESOURCES Florida's Water Resources Alachua County's Water Resources Page 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: Online Directory Music Credit: Summer Night by LiQWYD --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message

Not only are we in the midst of a pandemic but we need to start preparing for the 2020 hurricane season, which is predicted to be above average this year. Please join us as UF/IFAS Extension Agents, Taylor Clem, Martha Maddox, and Amanda Pittman discuss hurricane preparedness in your home. Topics will include safety, important documents, animals, and landscapes. Watch a recording of the podcast and webinar on our YouTube channel RESOURCES CDC Complete Care Plan Form: https://www.cdc.gov/aging/caregiving/... UF/IFAS EDIS Documents on Preparing for a Hurricane: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/topic_hurri... Safe Handling of Food and Water in a Hurricane or Related Disaster: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/pdffiles/FS... Preparing and Storing an Emergency Safe Drinking Water Supply: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/pdffiles/SS... Hurricanes and the Resilient Landscape: https://hort.ifas.ufl.edu/treesandhur... 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/search... Music Credit: Summer Night by LiQWYD --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extensioncord/message