Escambia County Extension Office

UF/IFAS Escambia County Extension Welcomes Sea Grant Agent Rick O'Connor!

Featured Programs

Beekeeping Symposium

Featured Publication

Contrary to common wisdom, you CAN grow potatoes in Escambia County. Late January through February are ideal times for establishing your own... More...

Encourage Wildlife to Visit

Even though Escambia County winters can be mild, wildlife still have to find food when the cold winds blow. More...

Can One Volunteer Make a Difference?

Volunteer retention is a picture of the total success of the 4-H program in Escambia County with... More...

Economic Importance of Bats

Bats are voracious predators of nocturnal insects, including many crop and forest pests. Loss of bats in North America could lead to... More...

Why Water?

Why Water? Under ideal conditions most people can survive 3-5 days. If it is hot, and there is no water .... More...

Stop Crape Murder

Crape myrtles are a favorite tree along the Gulf Coast. Unfortunately, many crape myrtles receive unnecessary pruning every winter in the form of topping or hat-racking. More...