John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. Unlike other portions of the country, many species of ticks can be found year-round in the state of Florida, and while the heat progresses throughout the summer,…
Category: Farm & Outdoors
Field to Hill: Local farmers take on Washington D.C.
Story Submitted Local members of the Madison County Farm Bureau visited with Florida’s Congressional delegation in Washington, D.C. from Tuesday, May 14 through Thursday, May 16, to discuss various federal policies that…
Alligator mating season is here: Tips to stay safe and respect Florida’s largest reptile
Ashley Hunter: Greene Publishing, Inc. The warm climate, abundant wildlife and stunning waterfronts are just some of the reasons why Florida has lured millions of people to our coastal, beautiful state. But…
Snake season strikes
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. It’s the type of species that can make anybody’s skin crawl upon the sight of the legless, elongated snake. Since even the beginning of time, snakes are…
Carpenter family recognized for environmental leadership
Story Submitted Buck and NoraBeth Carpenter, of Southern Pioneer Farms, LLC in Madison County, were honored for their environmental stewardship with a County Alliance for Responsible Environmental Stewardship (CARES) award on Thursday,…
Spring turkey season to commence
Savannah Reams: Greene Publishing, Inc. It’s time to swab your barrels and take aim! Spring turkey season is upon us and those gobblers are strutting. The season will kick off with Youth…
Ellis Farms – a cut above
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. From hay to cattle and sheep, Chris Ellis of Ellis Farms has been successful in growing and maintaining his farm in Madison County. Ellis began with growing…
Beffa’s milking wonder: Dansha Farms provides products worldwide
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. What started out as a hobby farm in Lee, Fla., for Dan Beffa, has now turned into a profitable business that he is extremely passionate about. Since…
Be cautious of puss caterpillars
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. As the temperatures drop and the year begins to dwindle, it’s time to keep an eye on your surroundings as the Florida-native venomous puss caterpillar is making…
Madison County Farm Bureau accepting donations
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. The Madison County Farm Bureau is continuing to collect donated pop tabs for the Ronald McDonald House Collection program and you are invited to join them. The…
Local officials honored at state meeting
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. From Wednesday, Oct. 24, to Friday, Oct. 26, Madison County’s very own Farm Bureau representatives and leaders attended Florida Farm Bureau Federation’s 77th state annual meeting, which…
11th annual Farm Tour is Oct. 13-14
Lazaro Aleman: Greene Publishing, Inc. Looking for something fun and natural to do? The 11th annual farm tour — set this year for Saturday, Oct. 13 and Sunday, Oct. 13-14 — is…
Farm Bureau’s Agency Manager: Lance Braswell
Ashley Hunter: Greene Publishing, Inc. When Lance Braswell took over the Jefferson, Madison, Taylor and Lafayette Counties’ Farm Bureau Agencies after Freddy Pitts stepped down in January of 2018, he had big…
Outdoor heaven at Home Field Advantage Farmstead
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. Whether you’re looking for a place to lay down in beautiful soft grass and gaze at the star-filled night sky or just a quick overnight, indoor stay,…
Apply for School Garden Grant Program
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. Attention Madison County teachers! The Florida Agriculture in the Classroom, Inc. (FAITC) is accepting applications for the FAITC School Garden Grant, in the amount of $500. According…
What to know about mosquito control
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. As many know, North Florida has quite a mosquito presence and many can agree that even one mosquito flying around is annoying. Throughout the course of a…
Donna’s world of herbs on Hwy. 221
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. If you’ve traveled to or from Perry on US Hwy. 221 South, you may have seen the light wooden sign that signifies that you’re passing Donna’s Herb…
Madison County students attend state FFA convention
Story Submitted Seven Madison County students traveled to Orlando to attend the 90th annual Florida Future Farmers of America (FFA) State Convention and Expo from Monday, June 11 until Friday, June 15….
Abbott announces Farmer’s Market in Lee
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. Saturday, June 9, was the start for Cindy Abbott and the new farmer’s market in the Town of Lee, which is open every second Saturday of each…
Gag season has begun in Gulf federal and most state waters
Story Submitted Gag grouper opened for recreational harvest in most state Gulf of Mexico waters and all federal Gulf waters on Friday, June 1, and will remain open through Dec. 31. Franklin,…