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Extension Cord is brought to you by the UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County, where we plug in and bring UF/IFAS Extension to life. Join us as we discuss special topics in Alachua County by speaking with Master Gardener Volunteers, researchers, specialists, and community members contributing wonderful impacts to our community.

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Watermelon Production in Florida 02.07.2026 15:28

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast, we discuss UF/IFAS's role in producing watermelons. Guests: Tatiana Sanchez-Jones, Alachua County Commercial Horticulture Agent Ellie Whitaker, Alachua County Extension Intern Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS ExtensionAgriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. ⁠⁠https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/alachua/⁠ Music by th...

All About Snakes 30.03.2026 27:14

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast, we talk about everything snakes! Guest: Jesse Price, Alachua County Extension 4-H Assistant. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS ExtensionAgriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. ⁠https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/alachua/ Music by the Walkers: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgville⁠ ⁠https://the-walkers.bandcamp....

The 2026 Alachua County Youth Fair and Livestock Show 23.02.2026 10:06

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast, we discuss the upcoming Alachua County youth fair and livestock show. Guests: Dr. Cindy Sanders, Alachua County Extension Director. Mary Lee Sale, UF/IFAS Extension, 4-H Agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS ExtensionAgriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://www.acyfls.com/ Music by the Walkers: https:...

Protecting Florida's most precious resource, getting the most out of your center irrigation pivot. 01.02.2026 23:50

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast, we discuss the importance of calibrating your irrigation systems to increase water use efficiency. Guest: Dr. Jay Capasso, Regional Specialized Agent. UF/IFAS Extension, NFREC-Suwannee Valley. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS ExtensionAgriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://www.fdacs.gov/Water/Agricult...

Maintaining your New Year’s resolution goals. 25.01.2026 23:05

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast, we discuss hints and tips to keep from failing to achieve your New Year’s resolution goals. Guest: Ebony Griffin, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/alachua/ Music by the Walkers: htt...

Wildflowers, the Plantings of the Month for October 08.10.2024 19:31

On this episode of the Plantings of the Month, we discuss wildflowers. Check the Plantings of the Month website for information on planting, harvesting and more. Listen to the Extension Cord Podcast to get further insights on the Plantings of the Month. The Plantings of the Month program is a collaborative effort between Alachua County Board of County Commissioners, UF/IFAS Extension Alachua C...

September Plantings of the Month, Fall Gardening 16.09.2024 19:33

The UF/IFAS Extension County Office is pleased to announce that planting a fall garden in September will kick off our new “Plantings of the Month” series. The new series replaces the previous “Plant of the Month” and will include timely topics for your gardens. As the summer heat begins to wane, Northeast Florida gardeners have a unique opportunity to start their fall gardens. The cooler temperatu...

Cherry Tomato, the July Plant of the Month. 03.07.2024 26:14

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare cherry tomatoes. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. htt...

Chayote, the June Plant of the Month. 03.07.2024 21:06

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Chayote. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://ala...

Southern pea, the May Plant of the Month. 01.05.2024 30:45

On this episode of the Alachua Count Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Southern pea. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https:/...

Orange, the April Plant of the Month 04.04.2024 30:27

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Oranges. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://ala...

Thyme, the March Plant of the Month. 04.03.2024 27:26

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Seminole pumpkin. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. ht...

Peaches, the January Plant of The Month 02.01.2024 26:25

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Peaches. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://ala...

Parsley, the December Plant of the Month 04.12.2023 27:00

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Parsley. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://ala...

Carrot, The November Plant of the Month 02.11.2023 24:31

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Carrots. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://ala...

Chinese Cabbage, The October Plant of the Month 02.10.2023 21:11

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Chinese cabbage. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. htt...

Sage, the September Plant of the Month 12.09.2023 26:47

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare sage. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://alachu...

Thai long bean, the August Plant of the Month 02.08.2023 20:53

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Thai long bean. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. Plan...

Basil, the July Plant of the Month 03.07.2023 36:33

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare basil. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://alach...

Malabar Spinach, the June Plant of the Month 13.06.2023 22:36

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Malabar spinach. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. htt...

Eggplant, the May Plant of the Month 01.05.2023 28:35

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare eggplant. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://si...

Alachua County Deputy Perry Koon Joins Us for a Discussion About Rural Law Enforcement 10.04.2023 35:24

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss the roles and responsibilities of a rural County Sheriff's Deputy. Guest: Deputy Perry Koon Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit the Alachua County Sheriff's Office website. https://acso.us/ Music by the Walkers: https://www.facebook.com/thewalkers...

Okra, the April Plant of the Month 06.04.2023 22:54

Turmeric, the March Plant of the Month 02.03.2023 25:14

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare turmeric. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https://al...

Passion Fruit, the February Plant of the Month 01.02.2023 24:15

On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast we discuss how to grow, select, store and prepare Passion Fruit. Guests: Dr. Cynthia Nazario-Leary, UF/IFAS Extension Environmental Horticulture agent and Martha Maddox, UF/IFAS Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent. Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit. https...