Heart Smart
Taking care of your heart can be one of the most important health choices you make in your lifetime. Choosing heart healthy foods and leading an active lifestyle are two very important actions that you can take to… Read More
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Orange County 4-H Events
Orange County 4-H Events County 4-H Events Day has long been a cherished tradition in 4-H. It serves as an important opportunity for 4-H members to present their accomplishments. Virtual or face to face, the day is a… Read More
“No.” “No, thanks.”
In Extension, in my opinion, we have one of the best jobs ever. We get to help people and share awesome information that will help transform lives. There are youth programs to plan in order for them to… Read More
True and False Factors of a Credit Score
What’s True and What’s False About a Credit Score? First, let’s define what a credit score is. A credit score is a number that depicts your credit worthiness. It tells a lender how you behave with credit and… Read More
Prevent Weeds! Use Mulch and Consider Pre-emergent Herbicides
Landscaping in Florida has a slow season and a grow season. Focus slow season attention on tasks aimed at preventing issues that will emerge in the grow season. I am talking about weed control! Weed integrated pest management… Read More
Read Before You Buy: Pre-made Forage Seed Mix
This article is written for those completely new to the livestock production world. Or maybe for new landowners looking to establish a strong pasture for future use. Either way, you are looking to make a pasture and, of… Read More
Be S.M.A.R.T. and Say “NO” to Resolutions in 2021
Resolutions Rarely Succeed Since the time of the Babylonians, people have used the transition to a new calendar year as a time to make positive changes (history.com). Unfortunately, few people actually follow through with these commitments. In fact,… Read More
Holiday Treats to Feel Good About
January 1st, 2020. More than 51% of Americans started the year, as they have many others, with the New Year’s Resolution to “eat healthier” (Buchholz, 2019). What we know is that in a normal year, fewer than 10% of Americans maintain all or most of… Read More
Holiday Plant Care – Should you Keep Them or Toss Them?
It is that time of year when we see many holiday plants that may be brought into homes and may ultimately end up in our landscapes. Sometimes it is confusing to decide what to do with them so… Read More
Vermicomposting (Using Worms for Composting)
Vermicomposting = worm composting Do you live in a small space and want to have a neat little efficient compost bin to recycle your kitchen scraps? Vermiculture, also known as worm composting, is becoming increasingly popular with the… Read More