When you hear the word 'fig,' you might think of Fig Newton cookies or a snack your grandparents kept in the pantry. But figs are making a comeback in today's kitchens, and for good reason. These naturally sweet fruits are showing up in everything ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
As November arrives, many Florida cow-calf producers are preparing for the upcoming breeding season. While much of the attention is often placed on the reproductive readiness of the cow herd, the bull plays an equally important role in achieving ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock
As the Holiday season is approaching, many take time to reflect on what they are thankful for. In 4-H, gratitude goes beyond a simple “thank you,” but it also means recognizing the people, opportunities, and experiences that helps our youth ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension
Have you ever spent a morning in the garden and realized your back, knees, or shoulders got just as much of a workout as your plants did? If you garden, you probably don't think of yourself as exercising. You're just gardening. But when you're ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Community Volunteers, Crops, Farm Management, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Food Safety, Forests, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Horticulture, Lawn, Pests & Disease, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife, Work & Life
Mushrooms have been valued for centuries for their unique flavors, textures, and impressive health benefits. They were even considered a delicacy in medieval Europe and were often included in noble and royal meals. Whether you love them for ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
When Maiya McMunigal and her mother, Callie McMunigal, moved from Virginia to Cocoa, Florida, Maiya left behind the friends, routines and community that had made Virginia feel like home. They remain Hokie fans, but not to worry, they're ... READ MORE
Category: UF/IFAS
A resource for HOA boards, property managers, and landscape professionals If you are part of an HOA board, you already know that managing a community is not always simple. There are budgets to consider, residents to satisfy, contractors ... READ MORE
Category: Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers, Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Horticulture, Lawn, Pests & Disease, Professional Development, Relationships & Family, Turf, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Whenever you think of seafood, images of hushpuppies, fried cod fillets, and popcorn shrimp may come to your mind. However, seafood as a food category includes far more than typical “fish fry” cuisine, something you might find at a Long ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
National Estuaries Week is celebrated every year during the last full week of September. In 2026, it takes place September 20-26. This special week recognizes the important role estuaries play in supporting wildlife, local economies, and coastal ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, NATURAL RESOURCES, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Si trabajas en la industria verde, probablemente ya tienes experiencia con plantas, paisajismo, poda y mantenimiento de árboles. Pero ¿alguna vez has pensado en llevar tus conocimientos sobre los árboles al siguiente nivel? Convertirse ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Invasive Species, NATURAL RESOURCES, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life