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Escambia Extension Celebrates 100 Years Of Service
March 29, 2014
The 100th birthday of UF/IFAS Extension was celebrated Friday afternoon at the Barrineau Park Community Center.
The Smith-Lever Act of 1914 established the Cooperative Extension Service, allowing the public to benefit from the knowledge and expertise of land-grant universities. Extension has helped millions of Floridians by tapping the latest information from the research engines of the University of Florida and Florida A&M, creating practical knowledge that can be used every day.
From making healthier food choices, saving money, growing better crops to conserving water and energy — many Floridians have learned from Florida Extension. 4-H youth development camps and program, and Master Gardeners are also popular outreach programs.
Pictured top: Escambia County Extension Agent Carrie Stevenson and 4-H caretaker Ellis Miller blow out the candles on 100th birthday cake for Escambia Extension. Pictured below: Extension employees sing “Happy Birthday” during the celebration Friday afternoon at the Barrineau Park Community Center. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
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I have so many wonderful memories of “Homemakers”.i learned so much and made lasting friendships!!!!