Friday, August 22, 2014

Upcoming Fresh Fruits and Vegetable Food Safety Build Your Own Manual Training

Hello everyone. We have just recently received several inquiries regarding small to medium sized growers need food safety training as a result of their buyers now requiring a plan and perhaps even a third party audit. Our next program will be September 11th in Sarasota County. Please let your growers know about this opportunity. Thanks.

 

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Bob Hochmuth

Multi County Extension Agent

Suwannee Valley Agricultural Extension Center

7580 County Road 136

Live Oak FL 32060

386-362-1725 x103

386-362-3067 fax

bobhoch@ufl.edu

http://smallfarms.ifas.ufl.edu

http://solutionsforyourlife.ufl.edu

http://vfd.ifas.ufl.edu

 

Farm Bill meeting

Please post on your event calendars and websites:

 

Farm Bill Meeting

Public meeting for local farmers and ranchers explains Farm Bill financial assistance programs, Sept. 5, 8:30 a.m.-12 noon, at UF/IFAS Seminole County Extension Office, 250 West County Home Road, Sanford, FL 32773. Contact is Dave Millard, 321-633-1702 ext.241.

 

 

Renee Bodine

NRCS

Public Affairs Florida

Desk 352.338.9565

Cell 352.514.8292

Dotted Duckweed

I am working on a status re-assessment of Landoltia punctata (dotted duckweed) and was looking for some input on the ecological impacts of the species. Specifically, we need to know:

1. If the species causes longterm alterations in ecosystem processes 

2. If threatened/endangered species are impacted

3. If native vegetation is displaced

4. If community structure is altered

5. If it hybridizes

6. If invaded zones are >15% covered.

 

If you have information regarding this plant, please send me your answers as yes, no, or likely.

 

Thanks!

Deah

Please send all replies to Deah Lieurance at dmlieurance@ufl.edu

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Deah Lieurance, PhD.

Coordinator, Assessment of Non-native Plants in Florida's Natural Areas

Center for Aquatic & Invasive Plants

Institute of Food & Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) University of Florida

3127 McCarty Hall B

PO Box 110500

Gainesville, FL 32611

(352)294-1580 dmlieurance@ufl.edu

 

Upcoming Events and CEU programs

August 22: Florida Pomegranate Association Meeting, Haines City, FL.  See attachment for details.

 

September 2-5: Joint Tomato Conference, Naples, FL

                Sept. 2: Food Safety Workshop 1:00-5:00pm. Registration required.

                Sept. 3: Tomato Institute, 9:00am-3:45pm. No advance registration required. CCA and RUP CEUs will be available.

                *Agendas and registration information for these events are located here: http://www.floridatomatoes.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/2014-Tomato-Institute-and-Food-Safety-Agenda.pdf

For information on other conference events please visit: http://www.floridatomatoes.org/general-information/

 

September 5: Integrated Pest Management Update (IPMU), GCREC Balm, FL, 9:30am-1:30pm. $25 Registration fee includes resource materials and lunch. 4 CEUs available 1 Core and 3 in either Private Applicator or O&T. Please see the attachment for more details and visit the link below for online registration.

 

September 6-7: Microbiological Aspects of Food Safety short course: See attachment for details.

 

September 9-10: Manatee County Water School

This 2-day event provides an in-depth look at the current and emerging issues facing one of Manatee County’s most precious natural resources.  Day One includes an array of dynamic and knowledgeable speakers who will provide education on a variety of water-related topics such as:
 
· Water Supply: Past & Present
· Water Quality Issues: Perspectives
· Public Perception of Water Issues
· Effects of Future Development
· Policy Maker Perspective
· Public Policy & Civic Engagement
 
Day Two includes a guided tour of local Manatee County water resources and a firsthand look at some of the issues talked about on Day One.
 
This event will be held in the Rogers Auditorium at the Manatee County Extension Service.  The fee for Water School 2014 is $25.00, which covers two lunches and all refreshments.

You may register online at http://water-school-2014.eventbrite.com">http://water-school-2014.eventbrite.com or over the phone/through the mail (see attached flyer for more details).
 
For more information, please call Samantha Kennedy at (941) 722-4524.  We hope you can attend!

 

September 17: Core and Private Applicator Training and Exams

Core 8:30am-10:35am, Private 10:35am-12:40pm, Manatee County Agriculture and Extension Service, Palmetto, FL.

Two separate exam prep classes will be held to help you prepare for the Core and Private Applicator RUP license exams. Exams will be offered immediately following the classes. However, you do not have to take the exams the same day.  You may schedule a time to take the exams at your convenience.  You may take one class without the other, if needed.

If you are already a license holder, 2.5 CEUs in Core and 2.5 in Private are offered for both classes, respectively. Light snacks will be offered. For details and registration visit. Walk in will be welcomed.  The class fee is $15 per class. Please bring a cash or a check made out to “Manatee County Friends of Extension.”

Registration details to come.

 

 

September 30 : WPS Train-The-Trainer: Manatee County Extension Service, 10am-12pm

Need CEUs?

The WPS TTT workshop provides CEUs in several categories. Even if you don’t need to be WPS certified, don’t miss this opportunity for CEUs. CEUs available: 2 in the following categories: Aerial, Ag. Row, Ag. Tree, O&T, Private, Forest Pest Control, and Soil and Greenhouse Fumigation.

Need to become a WPS certified Trainer?

The Worker Protection Standard (WPS) is a federal program designed to protect agricultural farm workers in the production of agricultural plants. A person is qualified to teach WPS to farm workers if he/she holds a restricted use pesticide license or if he/she has completed the WPS Train the trainer course. Once a person has completed the course he/she is certified for life. 

Registration details to come.

 

 

 

Crystal Snodgrass, M.S.
Extension Agent, Vegetables
Manatee County Government
University of Florida IFAS Extension
941-722-4524, Ext. 229
Fax: 941-721-6608
crys21@ufl.edu
http://manatee.ifas.ufl.edu

 

 

Thursday, August 21, 2014

Agritourism Laws Brochure Attached

Fyi…in case you haven’t seen this, it just came out.

 

Carole McKenzie

Executive Director

Polk County Farm Bureau

1715 US Hwy 17 S

Bartow, FL  33830

Phone: 863-533-0561 x-111

Cell: 863-514-4280

Fax: 863-533-9241

www.pcfb.org

 

Weekly Harvest, August 20, 2014

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Sustainable Agriculture News Briefs - August 20, 2014

Weekly sustainable agriculture news and resources gleaned from the Internet by NCAT staff for the ATTRA Sustainable Agriculture website. The Weekly Harvest Newsletter is also available online.

News & Resources

  • USDA Now Providing Local & Regional Market News Data
  • Report Details Business Opportunities Arising from Cover Crops
  • Food Safety Video Series Explains Good Agricultural Practices
  • National Agritourism Professionals Association Organizes
  • Video Helps Hmong Farmers Work with USDA
  • Online Course on Transitioning to Organic Offered by Iowa State University

Funding Opportunities

  • Rural Community Development Initiative
  • Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Grants
  • Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers Policy Research Center

Coming Events

  • Common Ground Country Fair
  • ASAP's Farm Tour
  • Grow Local! Workshop for Local Food Growers & Producers

News & Resources

USDA Now Providing Local & Regional Market News Data
USDA Market News has created a new series of market reports on locally or regionally produced agricultural products, available on the Local & Regional Food Marketing Information Web page. Three categories are now online: Farmers Markets reports, Farmers Auctions reports, and Direct to Consumer reports. USDA Market News is also developing Farm-to-School, Food Hub, and Retail reports.

Report Details Business Opportunities Arising from Cover Crops
A report from the National Wildlife Federation, The Growing Business of Cover Crops, details new business opportunities arising from a resurgence in use of cover crops. As more farmers begin using cover crops, they will need support businesses to provide them with services such as crop advising, seed production and sales, planting, and livestock grazing. Cover crop entrepreneurs can both make a living and contribute to the health of local economies.

Food Safety Video Series Explains Good Agricultural Practices
The Carolina Farm Stewardship Association has launched a series of short videos to supplement its manual on Good Agricultural Practices (GAP). This video series documents real-world examples of how small, diversified farms can meet GAP certification requirements. The series of eight online videos addresses the audit process, traceability, worker health and hygiene, water, animals, equipment, and more.

National Agritourism Professionals Association Organizes
The National Agritourism Professionals Association (NAPA) has held an organizational summit to pass the organization's charter and bylaws, discuss leadership and membership requirements, and plan a 2015 conference. NAPA will provide industry resources and support to help agritourism businesses work through regulatory and policy challenges. Additionally, NAPA will network opportunities for agritourism professionals and service providers, farmers, and farm-direct marketers in the promotion of their agritourism activities.

Video Helps Hmong Farmers Work with USDA
National Hmong American Farmers (NHAF) has released a new video in which farmer May Vu and NHAF give step-by-step instructions about how Hmong farmers can work with the USDA and benefit from its farm program services. The 10-minute video is available online in Hmong (with English subtitles).
Related ATTRA Publication: Phau ntawv qhia txog kev ua liaj teb tsis ywg tshuaj

Online Course on Transitioning to Organic Offered by Iowa State University
On August 26, Iowa State University is beginning a 16-week online course for producers interested in learning about transitioning into organic farming or improving their existing organic operations. "Organic Agriculture Theory and Practice" will be offered weekly on Tuesday evenings through December 9. Lessons will include weed management, nutrient management, pest management, and markets for organic grain, vegetable, and fruit crops.
Related ATTRA Resource: Organic Farming

>> More Breaking News

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Funding Opportunities

Rural Community Development Initiative
USDA is making nearly $6 million available to non-profit organizations, low-income rural communities, or federally recognized tribes under the Rural Community Development Initiative. Grants will provide organizations financial and technical assistance to develop and strengthen their capacity to carry out housing, community facilities, and community and economic development projects.
The deadline for submitting applications is November 12, 2014.

Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Grants
The Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin program is an economic development program designed to reduce marketing, distribution, and processing hurdles impeding the expansion of Wisconsin's local food system. The Department of Agriculture, Trade & Consumer Protection invites proposals for projects that will increase the demand for and supply of locally produced foods in Wisconsin.
Pre-proposals are due by December 1, 2014.

Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers Policy Research Center
USDA has announced $400,000 in funding to establish the Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers Policy Research Center at an 1890 Land-Grant college or university. The Center will specialize in policy research impacting socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers. Qualifying universities across the country are invited to apply.
Proposals must be received by September 11, 2014.

>> More Funding Opportunities

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Coming Events

Common Ground Country Fair
September 19-21, 2014
Unity, Maine

This major annual event presented by Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association includes speakers, workshops, exhibits, vendors, entertainment, and more. About 60,000 visitors enjoy celebrating the rural and agricultural traditions of Maine.

ASAP's Farm Tour
September 20-21, 2014
Western North Carolina

Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project's self-guided driving tour is a chance to learn how food grows, taste farm-fresh treats, hang out with farm animals, and meet the community's food producers. The tour features 37 farms in seven counties.

Grow Local! Workshop for Local Food Growers & Producers
September 20, 2014
Council Bluffs, Iowa

Golden Hills RC&D—Southwest Iowa Food & Farm Initiative presents this workshop. Hear stories and get advice from successful local growers and specialty crop producers, learn how to market your agri-business, find funds to launch your specialty crop, and leave with resources and information to help your business grow.

>> More Events

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Pear Insect Pests Identification Sheet

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Landscape Pests - Initial release

Thanks to Drs. Steven Arthurs, Amanda Hodges and our developers Max Mao and Navya Kooram, the Landscape Pests mobile app has been initially released. 

This app is a pilot project of our “develop once and deploy it to all” mobile strategy. 

This initial release covers mobile web, iOS and Android, and the app could be released to Windows phone if necessary.

 

Congratulations.

 

You may try this app by visiting the mobile site and select “Apps” for your devices.
http://m.ifas.ufl.edu

 

Direct link iOS
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/landscape-pests/id898898477?ls=1&mt=8

Android
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=edu.ifasit.ufl.lPests

 

Xin  

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Jiannong Xin 

Office of Information Technology

University of Florida/IFAS
352-846-3217

Tuesday, August 19, 2014

ISA Arborist Certification Exam Prep Workshop

Good Afternoon,

 

The University of Florida IFAS Extension - Hillsborough County and the Tree and Landscape Advisory Committee will present a workshop for those interested in preparing for the ISA Arborist Certification Exam.

 

The workshop will take place over four evenings between October 20 and 31 - please see the attached brochure for all details on registration, fee, dates, complete agenda and names of instructors. The workshop will review all topics covered in the ISA Exam.

 

Please review the brochure carefully for information on purchasing a copy of the ISA Arborist's Certification Study Guide (highly recommended) and registration for taking the exam.

 

If you have any questions please write back.

 

Sincerely .... Rob

 

Rob Northrop
Extension Forester

Urban and Community Forestry
University of Florida/ Hillsborough Co. Extension
5339 County Road 579
Seffner, Florida  33584

813-744-5519 x54106

 

Value the Individual - Enrich the Community - Restore the Forest

UF/IFAS in the news, 8/19

Good morning. Today’s UF/IFAS news:

 

Discussing panther issues with Florida cattle ranchers

http://southeastagnet.com/2014/08/18/discussing-panther-issues-with-florida-cattle-ranchers/?shared=email&msg=fail

 

Achievements column – third page

http://www.gainesville.com/article/20140817/ARTICLES/140819611/0/search

 

Survey: Environment weighs heavily on state residents' minds

http://www.gainesville.com/article/20140818/ARTICLES/140819539?Title=Survey-Environment-weighs-heavily-on-state-residents-minds

 

Coca-Cola donates $1.5 million to UF for citrus greening research

http://www.gainesville.com/article/20140818/ARTICLES/140819543/1183?Title=Coca-Cola-donates-1-5-million-to-UF-for-citrus-greening-research

 

Coca-Cola donates $1.5 million to UF for citrus greening research (4th item in string)

http://www.bizpacreview.com/2014/08/19/florida-five-dws-to-save-dems-from-toxic-obama-fla-cabinet-members-prepare-to-get-iced-139701

 

Pile burner course (Sumter – last brief in string)

http://www.tampabay.com/news/briefs/news-and-notes-for-hernando-county/2193505

Martin County Community Calendar, updated Aug. 19 (first brief)

http://www.tcpalm.com/lifestyle/calendars/martin-county-community-calendar-updated-aug-19_17863833

Other news:

 

 

Immigration crisis at border afflicts heartland harvest

http://www.fresnobee.com/2014/08/18/4075370/immigration-crisis-at-border-afflicts.html

Ferguson protests: National Guard sent to Missouri unrest  http://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-28832462

 

Ebola outbreak death toll tops 1,200, WHO says

http://www.cbsnews.com/news/ebola-outbreak-death-toll-tops-1200-who-says/

 

Information on 4.5 million hospital patients compromised

http://www.gainesville.com/article/20140818/ARTICLES/140819565/1139?Title=Information-on-4-5-million-hospital-patients-compromised

 

 

Monday, August 18, 2014

UF/IFAS in the news, 8/18

Good morning! The week’s first UF/IFAS news roundup:

 

Bee Awareness Day tries to quell fears of the buzzing bug (Marion)

http://www.ocala.com/article/20140816/ARTICLES/140819724?tc=ar

 

Farm Share Provides Food For Families In Need (Santa Rosa/Escambia)

http://www.northescambia.com/2014/08/farm-share-provides-food-for-families-in-need

 

Project Aims to Give Ag School Grads the Skills in Demand (CALS)

http://growingfl.com/features/2014/08/project-aims-give-ag-school-grads-skills-demand/?utm_source=Growing+Florida&utm_campaign=8094fe2b14-growingfl-daily_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a00cf5c16f-8094fe2b14-296612469

Smallest orange crop in 50 years predicted

http://www.dailycommercial.com/news/article_ad287da3-d707-5bab-a19f-572f2dfa0942.html

 

WFREC Extension Farm Field Day Set for August 22

http://growingfl.com/news/2014/08/wfrec-extension-farm-field-day-set-august-22/?utm_source=Growing+Florida&utm_campaign=8094fe2b14-growingfl-daily_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a00cf5c16f-8094fe2b14-296612469

 

Time to gear up for fall garden season (Marion/Alachua)

http://www.ocala.com/article/20140816/COLUMNISTS/140819861/-1/search10

Sprouts inside tomato a surprise (Lee)

http://www.news-press.com/story/life/home-garden/gardening/2014/08/16/sprouts-inside-tomato-surprise/14139671/

 

THE BIGGEST LOSER CONTESTANTS: VANESSA HAYDEN (CALS alum)

http://www.tvgrapevine.com/2013-12-12-08-04-11/the-biggest-lost-season-16-cast/9769-the-biggest-loser-contestants-vanessa-hayden

 

University of Florida/IFAS Extension Survey on Florida Equine Education – complete by August 22

http://www.ftboa.com/fl-equine-pub/w2w/3327-university-of-floridaifas-extension-survey-on-florida-equine-education--complete-by-august-22

 

 

Other news:

 

In proud Hendry, Florida's hardest-hit county searches for economic boost

http://www.tampabay.com/news/business/agriculture/in-proud-hendry-floridas-hardest-hit-county-searches-for-economic-boost/2193289


IAFP Interview: Wiedmann on Big Data in Food Safety

http://www.foodsafetynews.com/2014/08/iafp-interview-wiedmann-on-big-data-in-food-safety/#.U_Hn7_ldW-g

 

National Guard called in after second night of chaos in Ferguson, Missouri

http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/08/18/us-usa-missouri-shooting-idUSKBN0GF0LP20140818

On Florida campuses, rape allegations don't bring convictions

http://articles.orlandosentinel.com/2014-08-17/news/os-campus-crime-rape-20140817_1_florida-atlantic-central-florida

Renovated UF reactor leading the way

 

http://www.gainesville.com/article/20140817/ARTICLES/140819612/1109/sports?Title=Renovated-UF-reactor-leading-the-way-

 

Seeking New Start, Finding Steep Cost

http://www.nytimes.com/2014/08/18/us/workforce-investment-act-leaves-many-jobless-and-in-debt.html?_r=0

 

Thursday, August 14, 2014

Florida Land Steward Update 8/1/14

 

Florida Land Steward Update
August 1, 2014

Have Land?  Get a Plan and Stay Connected.  Florida Land Steward is your source of assistance, information, events and resources.


News, information and upcoming events below.  
Please share this update with your neighbors, colleagues or others that may be interested.

- Florida Land Steward Newsletter (Summer/Fall 2014 (Vol 3, No 3) and back issues -

 

News & Info Brief


FLORIDA FOREST SERVICE INVITES CITIZENS TO PROVIDE INPUT ON IMPORTANT FOREST PROTECTION PROGRAM
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Florida Forest Service is updating portions of the state’s Forest Action Plan related to the USDA Forest Legacy Program and is inviting citizens and stakeholders to get involved. The Florida Forest Service’s participation in the Forest Legacy Program compliments its Rural and Family Lands Protection Program by helping to protect and conserve important forest areas through voluntary conservation easements and fee simple purchases.

“The protection and conservation of forests in Florida is vital,” said Jim Karels, State Forester. “Florida’s forests provide countless benefits including forest products, job opportunities, recreational opportunities, and the protection of water quality and wildlife habitat.”

Currently, the Florida Forest Service is partnering with Florida State University’s Florida Natural Areas Inventory (FNAI) to update and identify priority forestlands that qualify as Forest Legacy areas eligible for federal funding from the Forest Legacy Program.

In an effort to secure broad support for the Forest Legacy Program in Florida and to seek further input from citizens and stakeholders on potential criteria and focus areas, the Florida Forest Service and FNAI will hold three Public Participation Workshops around the state. Below are the Forest Legacy workshop details:

·         KISSIMMEE, FL
Tuesday, August 5, 2014, 6:00 pm- 8:00 pm (EST): Osceola County Extension Office, Osceola Heritage Park, 1921 Kissimmee Valley Lane, Kissimmee FL 34744

·         TALLAHASSEE, FL
Thursday, August 7, 2014, 6:00 pm- 8:00 pm (EST): Eyster Auditorium, 3125 Conner Blvd., Tallahassee, FL 32311

·         GAINESVILLE, FL
Thursday, August 12, 2014, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm (EST): 1911 Southwest 34 Street, Gainesville, FL 32608

Landowner participation in the program, including the sale of lands and interests in lands, is entirely voluntary. More information about the Forest Legacy Program here, or call the Forest Legacy Program Coordinator at (850) 681-5816.

The Florida Forest Service manages more than one million acres of public forest land while protecting 26 million acres of homes, forestland and natural resources from the devastating effects of wildfire. For more information about sustainable forestry practices and forest conservation efforts in Florida, visit www.FloridaForestService.com.


JULY / AUGUST ISSUE OF FIRE LINES NOW AVAILABLE
Fire Lines is a joint newsletter for the Southern Fire Exchange and the Southeastern Section of the Association for Fire Ecology. This newsletter is published bimonthly to briefly summarize recent fire-related publications, projects, activities, and news. Current and back issues here.


Much more at the Florida Land Steward Blog

 

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EAST FLORIDA (Madison County, east and south)

August 13-30

FL Master Naturalist Program – Environmental Interpretation Special Topic Course, Palm Beach County, Details and Registration at http://www.masternaturalist.ifas.ufl.edu/

August 14

Forest Certification: Forests, Labels, Mills & More (pdf link), 9 am to 3 pm, UF/IFAS Nassau County Extension Office, 543350 U. S. Hwy 1, Callahan, FL 32011. Get the latest on the certification programs available in this region and how they can benefit landowners and forest management. Foresters, this is Approved for 3.5 Cat 1 SAF CFEs. Details and registration at http://fcp-workshopcallahan.eventbrite.com

August 22

Florida Pomegranate Association Field Day: Pomegranates after 4 Years, 10:30 am to 3 pm, McTeer Farms, Inc., 3901 Hatchineha Road, Haines City, FL 33844. Learn about 40 varieties and how to care for them. $20, lunch included. Details and registration at
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/pomegranates-after-4-years-tickets-12125508723

August 25-29

Sixth International Symposium on GIS/Spatial Analyses in Fishery and Aquatic Sciences, Tampa, FL. Co-sponsored by the Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences Program. Registration/Abstract deadline June 30. For more info go to: http://www.esl.co.jp/Sympo/6th/final_announcement.pdf

August 26-28

Florida Forestry Association Annual Meeting: "Communication is Key" (link), Sawgrass Marriott, Ponte Vedre Beach, FL. Foresters, SAF CFEs approved. See link for details.

September 4

Forest Stewardship / Heartland CISMA Workshop: Invasive Exotic Species and Management (link to flier), 9:00 am to 3 pm ET, UF/IFAS Okeechobee County Extension Office, 458 Highway 98 North, Okeechobee, FL  34972. 3 DOACS Pesticide applicator CEUs approved in FOR, NWM, PVT, ROW. 4 Cat 1 SAF CFEs approved.  $15 fee if registered by August 25. $20 fee after August 25.  Please register on-line at
http://fsp-workshop090414.eventbrite.com/

September 11

Certified Pile Burner Course (pdf link), 8 am to 5 pm, ET, UF/IFAS Sumter County Extension Office, 7620 SR 471, Suite 2, Bushnell, FL 33513. See link for more details and registration. For questions contact DarLinda Duteau, dduteau@ufl.edu, (352) 569-6865.

September 24

Keeping Your Land Productive through Conservation Easements Workshop, 9:30 am to 3:30 pm ET. UF Austin Cary Forest Learning Center, Gainesville, FL. Sponsored by FL SAF Suwannee Chapter, Florida Forest Stewardship Program, Conservation Trust of Florida. $15 fee.  SAF CFEs pending. Contact Lyndall Brezina, (352) 375-1473, Lyndall@columbiatimber.com

October 3-5

Florida Local Food Summit (link), East End Market, Orlando, FL. 3 day event loaded with educational and networking opportunities for our state’s farmers, food-preneurs, consumers and policy makers. See link for details

October 23

Forest Stewardship / North Central FL CISMA Workshop: Invasive Exotic Species and Management (link to flier), 9 am to 3 pm ET, UF Austin Cary Forest Learning Center. 2 DOACS Pesticide applicator CEUs approved in FOR, NWM, PVT, ROW; 1 Core. 3 Cat 1, 1 Cat 2 SAF CFEs approved..  $15 fee, lunch included.  Please register on-line at
http://fsp-workshop102314.eventbrite.com

October 30

Forest Stewardship Tree / Plant ID Field Day (pdf link), 9 am to 3 pm ET, Morningside Nature Center, 3540 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32641. $10 fee covers lunch and materials. Details and registration at https://fsp-workshop103014.eventbrite.com/

WEST FLORIDA (Jefferson County and west)

August 14

2014 Peanut Field Day (pdf link) , 8:00 AM (CDT), UF/IFAS Marianna North Florida Research and Education Center, 3925 HWY 71, Marianna, FL  32446-8091. Topics to be addressed include disease control, new varieties, crop management, and weed control. CEUs will be available at registration. CEU’s will be offered for Core, Private Applicator, Ag/Row Crop, and R&D. See link for details.

August 22

UF/IFAS West Florida Research and Education Center Extension Farm Field Day (link to flier), 8:30 am - 12 pm CT. 4253 Experiment Rd, Hwy 182, Jay, FL 32565. Catered lunch included, 1-hr afternoon session for CCA and Core CEU credits. Register online at http://wfrec.ifas.ufl.edu/ or call Robin Vickers at (850) 983-7134 or (850) 393-7334, or Libbie Johnson at (850) 475-5230 x109.

August 23

Florida A&M University's Grape Harvest Festival 2014, 8 am to 4 pm, FAMU Center for Viticulture, 6505 Mahan Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32317.

September 18

Forest Stewardship Mill Tour: Green Circle Bio Energy (link to flier), 9:30 am to 2 pm CT, Green Circle Bio Energy, 2500 Green Circle Pkwy, Cottondale, Florida 32431. Tour will be followed by lunch and energy wood presentation by Dr. Pat Minogue at the UF/IFAS Jackson County Extension Office. 2.5 Cat 1 SAF CFEs approved. $10 fee covers lunch and materials. Details and registration at: http://fsp-tour091814.eventbrite.com/

October 25-26

7th Annual New Leaf Market Co-op Farm Tour (link). Tickets will be $35 and limited to 25 guests. Tickets available soon. See link to details.

WEBINARS, ONLINE TRAINING, OTHER EVENTS

August 5

Webinar: Weed Management in Organic Pasture (link), 3 pm ET.  See link for details.

August 12

Webinar: Managing for Soil Health on an Organic Farm - A Farmer's Perspective (link), 2 pm ET.  See link for details.

August 18

Clean, Drain, and Dry! Building Consensus to Prevent the Spread of Aquatic Invasive Species via Recreational Boats, 2-4 pm ET. See link for details and registration.

August 5 - 26
(Tuesday evenings)

Master Wildlifer 2014: Landscape Considerations (link), Internet Broadcast Tuesday evenings 6:30 - 8 pm ET. Presented by Clemson University. Foresters, 6 Cat 1 CFEs approved. $125 fee. See link above for details and registration. For questions, contact Susan Guynn at sguynn@clemson.edu, (864) 656-0606

August 27

Webinar: Solar-powered Water Systems for Grazing Operations (link), 2 pm ET.  See link for details.

September 22- October 24

Natural Areas Training Academy: Collaborating to Manage Ecosystems, presented in a hybrid on-line and in-person format, this workshop builds an appreciation of how to manage natural areas as part of a larger ecosystem, in coordination with neighboring landowners. Registration is $275. Details and registration at:
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/collaborating-to-manage-ecosystems-tickets-11791846731?aff=eorg

October
21-24

10th Biennial Longleaf Conference, 9th Eastern Native Grass Symposium, and National Prescribed Fire Council Meeting (link), Renaissance Riverview Plaza Hotel, 64 South Water St., Mobile, AL. See link for details.

October 28-29

2014 SouthEastern Regional Forest Resource Owner and Manager Conference: Advancing Timber, Wildlife, and Ecological Benefits in the Forests of Georiga, Florida, and Alabama. Rainwater Conference Center, 1 Meeting Place, Valdosta, GA 31601. See link to brochure above for details. Online registration here.

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