We’re heading into a new year, which means many of us will soon be making our New Year’s resolutions. Each year, around 2 out of 3 Americans make a resolution related to financial goals. However, statistically, 80-90% of our resolutions ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
By Wayne Hobbs, Interim County Extension Director and Environmental Horticulture Agent The month of December is here and we have another busy month here at UF/IFAS Extension in Clay County. Our office has a bit of extra holiday cheer with ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension
By Wayne Hobbs, Interim County Extension Director and Environmental Horticulture Agent November is a month of thanks and all of us at the UF/IFAS Extension Clay County office are thankful for all of you who interact with us throughout the ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Events, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
National Preparedness Month is observed every September to encourage Americans to prepare for potential disasters. For Floridians, this is a time of year when disasters are already on our minds – hurricane season. Your disaster kit may be ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Money Matters, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Welcome to our last butterfly blog of the year. This month I want to summarize all the things we have talked about in the last 11 blogs to encourage you to get involved in protecting these delicate creatures. Butterflies are as essential ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
Physical activity and exercise are important for all ages, but as we age oftentimes our activity levels tend to decline. Staying physically active and participating in regular exercise can help you continue to do the things you love and stay ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
The first “official” day of summer is only a few weeks away but even the Gators are seeking shade from this heat we've been experiencing! Based on current temperatures, I think it’s probably safe to predict that August will be scorching ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, , Work & Life
Earlier this year I continued the annual tradition of writing my new year’s resolutions on a note pad. This year, my note said in big bold letters: Less time on work, less time on being distracted, and more time with family and friends. Reluctantly, ... READ MORE
Category: Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Honey is one of the most appreciated and valued natural products introduced to humankind since ancient times. For thousands of years humans have been using honey for medicinal and health-related purposes. There is a now a growing body of scientific ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Workplace wellness programs are one way to improve employee health and wellness and save money. “A company’s most important asset is its people. Savvy employers know that happy, healthy employees demonstrate increased productivity and morale ... READ MORE
Category: , Health & Nutrition, Work & Life