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08/17/2026
The Santa Rosa County Extension Office is hosting a Christmas Tree Production Class on August 25. This class is part of the Santa Rosa Farming Series. Participants will receive a cypress or cedar tree with paid registration. A discounted rate of $120 is available for individuals who plan to attend all five classes in the series. Sign up for this class and other classes at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/santa-rosa-farming-series-tickets-1994985015886?aff=oddtdtcreator
08/17/2026
Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences
Did you grow the largest pumpkin or watermelon you think you’ve ever seen? It may just be!
For almost 40 years, our UF/IFAS Extension team has maintained a list of Florida’s largest fruits and vegetables grown across the state. If you’ve grown a contender, let us know.
We’ll send a local Extension agent to verify it.
https://hos.ifas.ufl.edu/floridas-largest-vegetables/
08/06/2026
Have a listen to the new Podcast produced by out Residential Horticulture Agent.
Horticulture Bites #1 - Overwintering Pollinators Horticulture Bites · Episode
08/06/2026
Attention Row Crop Producers!
Join us for the 2026 Extension Farm Field Day on Thursday, August 20.
🌾 Registration: Begins at 7:30 a.m.
☕ Coffee & donuts available during registration
🍽️ Lunch provided
📚 CEUs available
To RSVP, call 850-983-7134.
See the event flyer for the full schedule and event details.
07/29/2026
🌟 Don’t Miss This Sweet 2-for-1 Deal! 🌟
Ready to turn your passion for homemade foods into something bigger? 🍪🥖 Join us at the Santa Rosa Cottage Foods Workshop—and bring a friend for FREE!
🎟 Limited-Time Offer: Buy one ticket, get one FREE!
👉 Grab your tickets here: https://CottageFoodsMilton.eventbrite.com
Whether you’re dreaming of starting your own cottage food business or just want to learn more about safely selling your homemade goodies, this event is packed with valuable tips, resources, and inspiration.
👯♀️ Bring a friend, split the cost, and double the fun!
Hurry—this 2-for-1 deal won’t last long! Secure your spot today and take the first (or next!) step toward your cottage food journey.
07/28/2026
The Santa Rosa County Extension Office is hosting a farming series starting next month. Check out the class topics below. Each class will feature a unique take home item. A discounted rate of $120 is available for individuals who plan to attend all five classes. Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/santa-rosa-farming-series-tickets-1994985015886?aff=oddtdtcreator
07/28/2026
🍪🏠 Dreaming of turning your homemade treats into a business?
Florida's Cottage Food Law may allow you to legally produce and sell certain food products right from your home kitchen, without investing in a commercial facility.
Join us for Introduction to Cottage Foods and learn what it takes to start your cottage food business the right way. 👉 Register today: https://CottageFoodsMilton.eventbrite.com
📅 August 5
🕕 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
📍 UF/IFAS Extension Santa Rosa County
6263 Dogwood Dr., Milton, FL 32570
💲 Cost: $15 per person
In this class, you'll learn:
✅ What qualifies as a cottage food business
✅ Which foods can and cannot be sold
✅ Where cottage foods may be sold
✅ Food safety requirements
✅ Product labeling rules
✅ Florida regulatory agencies and requirements
Introduction to Cottage Foods- Milton, FL Get the scoop on making and selling your own homemade treats with this educational cottage foods crash course.