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Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises

Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises

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Welcome to the Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises Program website from Florida Cooperative Extension. Links to different sections are at the top. Scroll down for upcoming events and more information relevant for Small Farm holders in Florida and the Southeastern United States.

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Beekeeping in Florida: Beekeeping Laws and Regulations Informative Video

Beekeeping in Florida: Beekeeping Laws and Regulations Informative Video Beekeeping is essential to Florida’s agriculture, helping pollinate many important crops in the state's farm system. To ensure healthy and efficient...READ MORE | RELATED INFORMATION

2026 Spring Southwest Florida Small Farmer Network (SWFLSFN) Meeting Recap: Florida Organic Production

2026 Spring Southwest Florida Small Farmer Network (SWFLSFN) Meeting Recap: Florida Organic Production

Southwest Florida Small Farmers Network (SWFSFN) The Southwest Florida Small Farmers Network (SWFSFN) is a group of UF/IFAS agents in the Southwest Region that connects growers with resources focused on diversified, sustainable...READ MORE | RELATED INFORMATION

Water BMPs for Florida Small Farmers

Water BMPs for Florida Small Farmers

Florida farmers operate in a unique environment, including sandy soils, variable weather (heavy rain, droughts, freezes, etc.), and sensitive water resources. To protect water quality and ensure long-term productivity, the Florida Department of...READ MORE | RELATED INFORMATION

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