Florida farmers are beginning to use drones for farming technique as legislation slowly passes allowing them to use the new technology. With it, farmers are able to cut costs and the amount of time it takes to do basic tasks.
Read More »Beekeeping Certification Gives Florida Inmates Skills For A Second Chance
Seventeen inmates in Lake Butler will be the latest class of certified beekeepers from the the Reception and Medical Center's Beekeeping Program. The Florida Department of Corrections and the Florida Department of Agriculture created the re-entry program for inmates who were about to be released.
Read More »Small-Scale Horse Operations Guide to Protect Florida Water
The Florida Department of Education released a manual for small-scale horse operation best management practices in order to help preserve the state's water resources.
Read More »Anti-Termite Fumigation Underway At Gainesville’s Thomas Center
A $103,000 fumigation project stated Friday at Gainesville’s historic Thomas Center to prevent further termite problems.
Read More »National School Lunch Week celebrated in Alachua County
Eggplant is the star of school lunches throughout Florida this week. As part of National School Lunch Week, which kicked off across the nation on Monday, Alachua County is hosting events throughout the week.
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