February is American Heart Month. During this time, we focus on all things heart health, including raising awareness about cardiovascular diseases, and encouraging healthier lifestyles. According to the American Heart Association, heart disease ... READ MORE
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The start of school is here! If you can pair sales with the sales tax holiday, it is a great time to stock up on school supplies that kids will need throughout the school year. Markers, pens, paints, and paper are tools for drawing and painting. ... READ MORE
Category: Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
The Florida cattle industry has a rich history, beginning with the arrival of Spanish explorers in the early 16th century. In 1521, Ponce de León introduced cattle to Florida, laying the foundation for the industry with hardy cattle suited ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension
During the month of April, we are shining a spotlight on food waste. Did you know that in the United States alone, 30-40% of all food produced goes to waste? This is a surprising statistic when you consider the impact that food waste has on ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition
As we celebrate National Nutrition Month, themed "Beyond the Table," it's time to take a deeper look into the journey our food takes from farm to fork. This year's theme encourages us to explore not just what's on our plates, but also the processes ... READ MORE
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Suwannee County History Whether you have lived here all your life or have moved to Suwannee County, there are a lot of reasons to love our “home”. Many people travel to foreign countries to learn about history. Our community is steeped ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Events, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
When we say "listen to your heart", we are not referring to the 80’s rock song. We are instead encouraging everyone and especially women to listen to their body and make cardiovascular health a priority. Each year February is devoted as heart ... READ MORE
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Every December, the Suwannee County 4-H hosts its annual Holiday Bake-Off for members to show off their best seasonal recipes. There are ten categories for entries which include cakes, cupcakes, candies, cookies, pies, appetizers, brownies, ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Events
Diabetes in a condition that affects how the body manages blood sugar. When blood sugar levels are not managed well, it can lead to short-term and long-term diabetes complications. These complications can affect various organs and body systems ... READ MORE
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Hay production is a major crop in Suwannee County. Tuesday October 17th, 2023, two of our outstanding hay producers were recognized at the 2023 Sunbelt Ag Expo for their submission of hay samples into the Southeastern Hay Contest. Doug Carter ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, UF/IFAS Extension