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Sun Safety Matters

by Brenda Marty-Jimenez
April 3, 2025

Broward Family and Consumer Sciences recently educated approximately 250 individuals on sun safety at a large community event. We collaborated with Dr. Melissa Vilaro, UF/IFAS Extension, Health and Wellness, Extension State Specialist, who provided ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Always Follow Your Healthcare Provider's Advice, Avoid Sunburn, Examine Your Skin, Examine Your Skin Often, Focus On Good Health, Focus On Self Care, Get Enough Vitamin D Every Day, Health, How To Do A Skin Exam, Protect Your Skin, Protect Yourself From The Sun, Reduce Your Risk Of Skin Cancer, Schedule Annual Check Ups, Skin Cancer, Skin Care Exam, Sun Safety, Use Sun Screen, Vitamin D

Commit to Reducing Food Waste

by Brenda Marty-Jimenez
April 2, 2025

This year, April 7th through the 13th is Food Waste Prevention Week. I love this annual focus on preventing food waste which can benefit everyone. Small changes made to decrease food waste can add up over time, save valuable food dollars, ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Home Management, , Work & Life
Tags: Broward Family And Consumer Sciences, Buy Only What You Need, Eat This Now Container In Your Refrigerator, Grocery Shopping, Have A Plan For Your Left Overs, Have A Snacking Plan, Learn More, Learn More About Reducing Food Waste, Learn The Basic Principles Of Reducing Food Waste, Monitor Expiration Dates, Prevent Food Waste, Reduce Food Waste, Save Money, See What You Have On Hand Before Grocery Shopping, Shop Your Pantry, Stop Food Waste Now, Use A Grocery List, Use A Meal Plan, Use Leftovers Wisely

Planting for Our Future

by Donna Corbelli Castro
March 3, 2025

Broward County celebrates its annual Water Matters Day, March 8th at Tree Tops Park. Question: When is the best time to plant a tree? Answer: 20 years ago Time is our most precious resource and when it comes to planting trees, the time ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension, , Water, Wildlife, Work & Life
Tags: Broward County, Florida Friendly Landscapes, Free Trees, Native Trees, Urban Canopy, Water Conservation, Watter Matters Day

Does an Apple a Day Really Keep the Doctor Away?

by Brenda Marty-Jimenez
December 13, 2024

The saying "an apple a day keeps the doctor away" has some truth to it. Apples are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients that can contribute to a healthy lifestyle. This article explores the nutritional value of apples, their benefits, ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: An Apple A Day Keeps The Doctor Away, Apple And Fiber Content, Apple As An Ingredient, Apples, Creative Ways To Enjoy Apples, Dietary Fiber, Focus On Fruit, Focus On Fruit And Vegetables, Follow The Rainbow For Good Health, Healthy Diet Including Fruit, Healthy Snacking, Nutrition, Nutritional Content Of Apples, Prevent Chronic Disease, Recipes Using Apples, Varieties Of Apples, Where Are Most Apples Grown In The USA, Where Are Most Apples Grown In The World

Do You See What I See?

by Donna Corbelli Castro
December 12, 2024

Let Heaven and Nature Sing As 2024 draws to a close, and as we reflect on the past year... do you see what I see?  I see trees, plants and flowers growing that weren't there last year.  Hopefully, you planted some too, and are enjoying ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Management, Horticulture, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, , Wildlife, Work & Life
Tags: Birding, Calliandra, FFL, Gardening, Herbs, Nature, South Florida, UF/IFAS, Veggies, Winter

End of Hurricane Season: Time to Use or Donate Your Non-Perishable Supplies

by Brenda Marty-Jimenez
December 11, 2024

The end of hurricane season is here, and it's a good time to either use up your non-perishable supplies or donate them to a worthy cause. This ensures that your stock is refreshed for the next season while helping those who may benefit from ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, Food Safety, Health & Nutrition,
Tags: #Hurricane, Emergency Food Supply, Emergency Preparedness, End Of Hurricane Season, Expiration Dates, FIFO, First In First Out, Food Donations, Food Pantry, Food Safety, Food Shelf, Holiday Food Drive, Manage Supplies Wisely, Non-perishables, Reduce Food Waste, Share Food, Sharing

Connecting Communities to Water: A Journey of Discovery and Conservation

by Lorna Bravo
November 1, 2024

Article by Urban Horticulture Agent Lorna Bravo & Commercial Horticulture Educational Specialist Giuseppe Di Giacinto The Water Ambassador Program In 2019, our Master Gardener Volunteer (MGV) program collaborated with UF professor Dr. ... READ MORE

Category: Community Volunteers, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, NATURAL RESOURCES, UF/IFAS Extension, , Water, Wildlife
Tags: #IFASWater, Bodies Of Water, Community, Conserve Water, Culture, Everglades, Extension Education, Miccosukee, Tree Islands, Water

Join Us on November 9: Discover, Learn, and Connect at the UF/IFAS Extension Broward MGV Open House!

by Lorna Bravo
October 12, 2024

Article by UF/IFAS Extension Broward County Urban Horticulture Agent Lorna Bravo Join us for our  FREE open house On Saturday, November 9, UF/IFAS Extension Broward will host an open house from 9 a.m. to noon at 3245 College Ave. in Davie. This ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Invasive Species, UF/IFAS Extension, , Water, Welcome, Wildlife, Work & Life
Tags: Broward, Broward County, Broward County Parks And Recreation, Community, Extension, Master Gardener Volunteer, Open House, UF