Homesteading skills are all about self-sufficiency. You'll find programs here about growing your own food, raising backyard poultry, food preservation, and more. Reach out to us if there is a topic you'd like us to add: polk@ifas.ufl.edu
Events in this collection
Beekeeping Basics Workshop
Wed, May 28 • 9:00 AM
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Summer Basic Backyard Chicken Workshop
Thu, Aug 7 • 5:30 PM
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2025 Ridge Beekeepers Beekeeping Seminar
Sat, Apr 26 • 8:00 AM
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Introduction to Florida Urban Agriculture
Sat, Apr 5 • 9:00 AM
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Fresh from Your Garden: Vegetable Gardening 101
Tue, Mar 25 • 10:00 AM
Free
Tips for Successful Veggie Gardening
Tue, Mar 11 • 10:00 AM
Free
Fall Sheep and Goat Fundamentals Workshop
Tue, Nov 5 • 5:30 PM
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Edibles!
Sat, Sep 28 • 9:00 AM
Free
Summer Basic Backyard Chicken Workshop
Thu, Aug 22 • 5:30 PM
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Pressure Canning Meat Class
Sat, Jul 20 • 10:00 AM
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Water Bath and Pressure Canning
Sat, Jun 29 • 9:00 AM
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Introduction To Urban Agriculture: IPM & Seasonal Crops (Part 4 of 4)
Discover the power of research-based learning with UF/IFAS Extension Polk County by following our Eventbrite page.We offer a wide range of programs designed to enhance your life, home, and community, such as:Natural Resources and Conservation programs covering urban forestry, invasive species, and aquatic ecosystemsResidential Horticulture, including lawngrass management, beneficial insects, and the Master Gardener programFlorida-Friendly Landscaping program with a focus on drought-tolerant options and waterfront protectionFamily and Consumer Science topics like chronic disease management and healthy eatingSmall Farms programs cover practices such as beekeeping and backyard poultry and livestockPesticide applicators can access license testing, CEU classes, and exam prep coursesFollow our page and stay up-to-date on our diverse offerings!UF/IFAS Extension Polk County is a partnership between the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) and the Polk County Board of County Commissioners. UF/IFAS Extension is an Equal Opportunity Institution.
