UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas County
Theresa Badurek, UF/IFAS Extension, Pinellas County It’s almost winter, even though we have had balmy weather lately. While some Central Florida winter days are warm, others can bring cold winds, frosts, and even freezes. These conditions present several challenges… Read More
I didn’t use this title just to catch your attention; I used this title because it’s true. Some toothpaste products actually contain tiny pieces of plastic. Often the “stuff” that makes your toothpaste look pretty is really plastic… Read More
by Brianna Carroll, Dietetic Intern Bay Pines VA Healthcare System The holiday season is filled with joy, family, friends and food. While you can never have too much joy, friends or family, too often we are surrounded by… Read More
Florida is the “Fishing Capital of the World” with more world record fish catches than any other state or country. From an economic perspective, Florida also leads all states in economic impacts for its marine recreational fisheries and has… Read More
Tampa Bay is experiencing sea level rise. However, if we inform ourselves with the science and plan collectively as a community, we will be more resilient to any potential impacts. After a careful review of scientific research and… Read More
Denisse Guzzman, Dietetic Intern Bay Pines VA Healthcare System November is American Diabetes Month and the theme this year is “Eat Well America”. Nearly 30 million children and adults in the United States have diabetes and another 86… Read More
Registration is now open for the fifth anniversary Youth Ocean Conservation Summit which will take place on Saturday, November 14 at Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota, FL! Attendees at this year’s event will be inspired by dynamic speakers, including a keynote address by renowned… Read More
Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ and Food? Last week I had an opportunity to attend a symposium covering the basics of food systems and some of the problems we are currently facing regarding food security. The challenge issued at the… Read More
The popular 4-H fundraiser has returned! This is your opportunity to help support your local 4-H Program, enjoy fresh crunchy, juicy apples, purchase ingredients for holiday cooking, and shop for gifts all at the same time. Holiday cooking… Read More
In 2011, President Obama declared October Energy Action Month. With the goal of encouraging Americans to conserve energy and water, this month is an excellent time to look at our own habits and think about changes that will… Read More
