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St. Lucie County 4-H Farm: A unique mode of program delivery

johnfergusoJuly 11th, 2024There are several delivery modes for 4-H programs, such as camps, afterschool, community clubs, project clubs, 4-H school enrichment, Instructional TV or video, competitive events, 4-H in-school clubs, and independent studies, to name a few. Many of us, however, may not pay attention to other unique modes of 4-H program delivery, such as an outdoor […]

The History of the Florida Cattle Industry

erinejonesJuly 10th, 2024The Florida cattle industry has a rich history, beginning with the arrival of Spanish explorers in the early 16th century. In 1521, Ponce de León introduced cattle to Florida, laying the foundation for the industry with hardy cattle suited for our subtropical climate. Spanish missions expanded cattle ranching and began influencing Native American tribes through […]

Thought for Food (Part 1 of 5): Critical Thinking about Food, Agriculture and Nutrition

Rod GrederJuly 9th, 2024Consumers spend billions of dollars at the grocery store annually on heavily marketed products that promise exciting health benefits. Of course, we want to eat healthy, protect the environment, and buy food that is safe for our children. We want the claims to be true. But, many stories being told are to monger fear and […]