UF/IFAS Leon County Extension

UF/IFAS Leon County Extension We engage the Leon County community in the areas of Agriculture, Horticulture, Family & Consumer Sciences, and 4-H Youth Development.

UF/IFAS Extension Leon County educates the people of Leon County in the areas of agriculture, horticulture, family and consumer sciences, 4-H youth development, forestry, natural resources and sustainability. It is a partnership between the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) and the Leon County government. Mention or display of brands or products in posts s

hould not be considered as endorsements. A variety of informed consumer market choices are encouraged and supported. The University of Florida IFAS Extension Leon County intends to educate, inform and provide updated information on its activities and to support and promote its objectives for these activities through its social media site. All University of Florida IFAS Extension Leon County comments are made by its designees. This site is not a public forum. Social media users may share ideas through commentary that is consistent with and furthers the objectives of a University of Florida IFAS Extension Leon County post and the University of Florida IFAS Extension Leon County reserves the right to remove any comments that do not fall within this purpose. By posting a comment on this social media site, users agree to follow the terms of use of the site, Florida and federal laws and University of Florida regulations and policies, including but not limited to the University’s Acceptable Use of Computing Resources Policy. The University of Florida IFAS Extension Leon County reserves the right to remove from the site any comments that violate these requirements.

If you would like to know more about the Master Gardener Volunteer program in Leon County, we will host an informational...
06/10/2026

If you would like to know more about the Master Gardener Volunteer program in Leon County, we will host an informational webinar tomorrow, Thursday, June 11th at 6:00 pm on Zoom to discuss the program and how to apply. Link to event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/becoming-a-master-gardener-volunteer-2026-tickets-1990019944223
Applications are due by June 30th. To receive an MGV application call our office at 850-606-5200, or email us at [email protected]. Or you can go to our My Impact website here https://bttr.im/pa54y and create a new profile and fill out the application.

Learn more about what it takes to be a Master Gardener Volunteer in Leon County.

Paying yourself first is a common budgeting strategy. Treat saving money as a regular bill and make it the first thing y...
06/09/2026

Paying yourself first is a common budgeting strategy. Treat saving money as a regular bill and make it the first thing you "purchase" before anything else.

Weekly Contribution: $23

June 7 is . A day dedicated to recognizing cancer survivors and bringing attention to the ongoing challenges cancer sur...
06/07/2026

June 7 is . A day dedicated to recognizing cancer survivors and bringing attention to the ongoing challenges cancer survivors face. National Cancer Survivor Day is also a celebration of life and a call to action.

We are extremely proud of our Leon 4-H Plant ID youth for showing up, working hard, and representing our program so well...
06/06/2026

We are extremely proud of our Leon 4-H Plant ID youth for showing up, working hard, and representing our program so well!

If you are interested in joining a Plant ID club or starting one at your school, stop by during our Kids’ Open House on August 15th from 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Come celebrate tomato season tomorrow at Goodwood and support our local farmers! The Tomato Feastival is a fundraiser fo...
06/06/2026

Come celebrate tomato season tomorrow at Goodwood and support our local farmers! The Tomato Feastival is a fundraiser for the Red Hills Small Farm Alliance! 🎉🏆🍅👩‍🌾🍅👨🏽‍🌾🍅🧑‍🌾🍅🥇🎉

🍅 The Tomato Feastival is TOMORROW (Sunday)!

The weather is looking beautiful for a summer afternoon in the Red Hills. ☀️

🎟️ Today at 5:00 PM is the final deadline to pre-purchase tickets and receive a FREE raffle ticket.

Miss the deadline? Don’t worry — tickets will still be available at the door tomorrow.

Join us for fresh tomatoes, local chefs, live music, craft beverages, shopping, family fun, and community as we celebrate 21 years of the Tomato Feastival.

👉 Get tickets now: www.RedHillsSFA.com or link in stories.

Sometimes it’s useful to think of purchases in terms of hours worked instead of just the price. Divide the cost of an it...
06/02/2026

Sometimes it’s useful to think of purchases in terms of hours worked instead of just the price. Divide the cost of an item by your hourly wage; for example, if a nightstand costs $150 and you make $15 an hour, that’s 10 hours of work. Thinking this way can help you decide whether the item is truly worth it or not.

Weekly Contribution: $22

If you came to our Open House and Plant Sale then you saw all the great work done by our Master Gardener Volunteers. If ...
06/01/2026

If you came to our Open House and Plant Sale then you saw all the great work done by our Master Gardener Volunteers. If you are interested in applying to join the Master Gardener Volunteer program in Leon County, we will host an informational webinar next Thursday, June 11th at 6:00 pm on Zoom to discuss the program and how to apply. Link to event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/becoming-a-master-gardener-volunteer-2026-tickets-1990019944223
Applications are due by June 30th. To receive an MGV application call our office at 850-606-5200, or email us at [email protected].

Fun doesn’t always have to come with a price tag! Spend quality time with friends and family at free or low-cost events,...
05/26/2026

Fun doesn’t always have to come with a price tag! Spend quality time with friends and family at free or low-cost events, try an in-home movie or game night, or explore your local park. Enjoy making memories without breaking the bank!

Weekly Contribution: $21

The grown-ups had their turn, now it’s the kids’ time to shine! After hosting our Extension Open House for adults, we’re...
05/21/2026

The grown-ups had their turn, now it’s the kids’ time to shine! After hosting our Extension Open House for adults, we’re flipping the script and putting youth front and center for a day designed just for them.
So come on over to explore how UF/IFAS Leon County Extension is intentionally creating hands-on opportunities for young people to build confidence, develop life skills, and discover their spark, all while having a great time!
At the Kids Open House, families, teachers, and community members can:
• Learn how to join or start a 4-H club
• Explore interactive, hands-on programs offered in schools
• Connect with UF/IFAS Extension for partnerships
• See youth development in action!

Speaking of action…

Our Youth Market Day brings our approach to youth development to life, giving young people the chance to practice communication, decision-making, money management, and leadership skills in a fun, supportive environment, all while running their very own small businesses.
The best part yet? This opportunity is completely free for selected youth, thanks to our donors.

Interested in your kids or teens being a Youth Vendor? Spots are limited!

👉 Apply here: https://ufl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0i8SEEGgcwd1bYG

Address

615 Paul Russell Road
Tallahassee, FL
32301

Opening Hours

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

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+18506065200

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