UF IFAS Extension Osceola County

UF IFAS Extension Osceola County UF IFAS Extension is a partnership between state, federal, and county governments to provide scientific knowledge and expertise to the public.

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Hot-off-the-Press from our Natural Resources Agent, Bonnie Wells!
08/27/2026

Hot-off-the-Press from our Natural Resources Agent, Bonnie Wells!

The turfgrass industry spends vast resources on pest removal. In this Florida Turf Digest article, Dr. Bonnie Wells covers how to attract beneficial beetles and winged insects using native plants.
https://indd.adobe.com/view/3f0b1fbb-8e1f-4ef9-96e8-5050d4534b4c

🐑🐐 Thinking about raising sheep or goats? Already have a few and want to build your confidence as an owner?Join us for S...
08/27/2026

🐑🐐 Thinking about raising sheep or goats? Already have a few and want to build your confidence as an owner?

Join us for Sheep and Goat Basics: What Every New Owner Needs to Know! This hands-on UF/IFAS Extension workshop is designed for new and prospective sheep and goat owners, homesteaders, and hobby farmers looking to learn the fundamentals of small ruminant care.

We'll cover: ✅ Nutrition and feeding basics
✅ Pasture and grazing management
✅ Fencing options and considerations
✅ Routine sheep and goat care
✅ Parasite prevention and management
✅ Body Condition Scoring (BCS)
✅ How to recognize signs of parasite problems
✅ Hands-on FAMACHA® scoring demonstrations

You'll leave with practical knowledge and tools to help keep your animals healthy, productive, and well-managed while building a strong foundation for successful sheep and goat ownership.

Whether you're just getting started or looking to sharpen your skills, this workshop is for you!

Reach out to Rachel Fernandez if you have any questions!

📍 Register today and take the first step toward becoming a confident sheep and goat owner!
https://SheepandGoatBasicsExtension.eventbrite.com

08/21/2026
08/19/2026

There is still time to join us for our next webinar!

Community of Practice Networking with Florida Horticulture for Health Network
Thursday, August 20, 2026
12:00-1:00pm EST

Join a networking session hosted by the Florida Horticulture for Health Network that will focus on building a community of practice for Horticultural Therapy/Therapeutic Horticulture practitioners and those interested in how horticulture can positively impact health. Breakout groups will facilitate small group discussion and can include questions for experienced practitioner moderators. Please bring program and activity ideas for all populations.

Moderators: Lesley Fleming, MA, HTR, Katie Grimes, MAT, HTR, & Zuzana Poláčková, MS, HTR

Register here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/floridahorticultureforhealthnetwork/2271500

08/10/2026

Something is growing…

FREE vegetable garden seeds is coming soon through a partnership between UF/IFAS Extension Osceola County and Osceola County Government.

What could you grow this season?

Stay tuned for details.

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1921 Kissimmee Valley Lane
Kissimmee, FL
34744

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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