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Thinking about turning your homemade goods into a business? Join UF/IFAS Extension Citrus County for our Florida Cottage...
08/31/2026

Thinking about turning your homemade goods into a business?

Join UF/IFAS Extension Citrus County for our Florida Cottage Food Workshop. Making sample take-home herb blends and flavored vinegars!

📅 September 23, 2026
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Citrus County Extension Office Classroom
3650 Sovereign Path, Suite 1, Lecanto

Register at: www.eventbrite.com/o/9852726659

Learn the essentials of Florida’s Cottage Food Law, including:
✨ Approved products
✨ Packaging requirements
✨ Sales channels
✨ Tips for turning your tasty creations into a successful business
✨ Hands-on samples to make and take home!

🐔 Special Guest!
We’ll also have a special guest joining us to talk about how to sell your backyard chicken eggs (not considered Cottage Food). Including helpful information for those who raise chickens at home and have fresh eggs to share.

🏡🥚 Bring your questions and your ideas! Whether you’re thinking about starting a cottage food business or just want to learn more, this workshop is for you!

Are you a high school age student? Interested in attending? Contact the Extension Office (352-527-5700) to register. Reg...
08/27/2026

Are you a high school age student? Interested in attending? Contact the Extension Office (352-527-5700) to register. Registration is required and space is limited.

08/27/2026

Interested in learning more about future career opportunities in agriculture? Are you a high school age student in public, private, or home school setting? Registration for this Extension program is now open. For more information and to register contact Citrus County Extension at 352-527-5700 or [email protected]
You MUST be registered to attend and space is limited.

08/25/2026
This FREE water workshop for Citrus County residents features presentations and hands-on demonstrations from Citrus Coun...
08/13/2026

This FREE water workshop for Citrus County residents features presentations and hands-on demonstrations from Citrus County Mosquito Control, Parks & Recreation, and Water Conservation. Learn practical ways to prevent mosquitoes in your landscape, evaluate and manage your irrigation system, recognize when your plants need water, and discover must-visit local kayaking spots.
Join us at your local Citrus County Extension office (3650 W. Sovereign Path, Lecanto, FL.) for three hours of fun, hands-on learning and helpful tips you can use at home and outdoors.
Register by scanning the QR code below or clicking on this link: www.eventbrite.com/e/make-your-water-count-workshop-tickets-1997449046869?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join us Tuesday, August 11 at 2:00 PM for a class focused on reseeding and pasture renovation.We’ll cover:When and why t...
08/11/2026

Join us Tuesday, August 11 at 2:00 PM for a class focused on reseeding and pasture renovation.

We’ll cover:
When and why to renovate a pasture
Selecting the right forage for your operation
Reseeding techniques and pasture preparation
Soil testing and fertility considerations
Pasture renovation strategies and management tips

Save your seat here:

Join our 2026 ANR classes to boost your pasture, livestock, and farm management skills. Monthly sessions at 2 PM in Citrus County.

Reseeding & Pasture Renovation ClassIs your pasture looking tired, thin, or overrun with weeds? Join us Tuesday, August ...
08/07/2026

Reseeding & Pasture Renovation Class

Is your pasture looking tired, thin, or overrun with weeds? Join us Tuesday, August 11 at 2:00 PM for a class focused on reseeding and pasture renovation.

We’ll cover:

When and why to renovate a pasture
Selecting the right forage for your operation
Reseeding techniques and pasture preparation
Soil testing and fertility considerations
Pasture renovation strategies and management tips

Save your seat here:

Join our 2026 ANR classes to boost your pasture, livestock, and farm management skills. Monthly sessions at 2 PM in Citrus County.

Address

3650 W Sovereign Path, Ste 1
Lecanto, FL
34461

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+13525275700

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