February is National Grapefruit Month! Grapefruits are in the citrus family, and are a very common fruit, especially in Florida. They come in a variety of colors, including red, pink and white. In this blog, we will take a look at the history ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
The Water Ambassador lunch and learn webinar series is back for 2023! Join UF/IFAS Extension for the Virtual Water Ambassador lunch and learn webinar series. The Water Ambassador Program is an educational partnership between Martin County ... READ MORE
Category: NATURAL RESOURCES, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Many of us know that being physically active is good for our physical health, but did you know that physical activity is also beneficial for brain health? Physical activity is especially important for the brain health of children, as they are ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension
What beats over 100,000 times a day, and pumps over 2,000 gallons of blood every 24 hours? The Heart! February is officially American Heart month, so it is important to bring awareness to this amazing organ and how to keep it heathy. Heart disease ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
January is the perfect time to cuddle under a blanket, put your favorite movie or show on, and enjoy a delicious hearty bowl of soup as the climate gets colder. Soups are one of those foods that are truly versatile, and they are what you make ... READ MORE
Category: , Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
December marks the end of the year and the beginning of a new year. During this month, there is much to celebrate with the more well-known holidays such as Christmas, Hannukah, and Kwanzaa. In the food world, we participate in the observance ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Did you know an estimated 38 million adults and 12 million children face food insecurity daily in America? According to Feeding America, food insecurity is defined as a lack of consistent access to enough food for every person in a household ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Florida has an abundance of marine animals that you can spot while on the water or walking along the shoreline. This includes several dolphin species that are found in Florida’s coastal waters. The most common dolphin you might see is the ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, NATURAL RESOURCES, UF/IFAS Extension
Do you eat the recommended amount of veggies each day? On average, the adult recommendation is to eat 2 ½ cups of vegetables daily; the personalized amount can vary depending on age, sex, height, weight, and activity. So what counts as a ... READ MORE
Category: , Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
While most have grown accustomed to the northern lobster featured in T.V. and restaurant chains, Florida waters are home to a different lobster known as the spiny lobster. While not as sweet in flavor as their northern cousin, these lobsters ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension