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Master Gardener volunteer planting. Photo taken 05-15-23.

What’s New on Ask IFAS: Agricultural Education and Communication (Mar.–Apr. 2026)

by Amanda Quintos
May 15, 2026

Utilizing a Four Frame Approach to Provide Best Practices in FFA Programs Savannah J. Scott, Matthew Sowcik, and Debra M. Barry. The National FFA Organization was started nearly a century ago by a group of young farmers to prepare future generations ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Horticulture, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Competencias Interculturales, Demonstration Gardens, Facilitation, FFA, Interpretive Signage, Leadership
An Italian stew cooking in a pot on a hot plate. Photo taken 02-26-25.

What’s New on Ask IFAS: Family, Youth and Community Sciences (Jan.–Feb. 2026)

by Amanda Quintos
March 4, 2026

A Taste of Culture: Overview of the Systematic Refinement of a Culinary- and Spice-based Extension Program Isabella Alobele, Lori Johnson, Hillary MacMichael, Amy Mullins, Ava Theng, Madison Gindea, Ryan Perez, Tatiana Tchuisse, Yvette Vork, ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Cooking, Curriculum, Heat, Heat Stress, Herbs, Safety, Spices, Taste Of Culture
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What’s New on Ask IFAS: Food Science and Human Nutrition (Jan.–Feb. 2026)

by Gillian McGuire
March 3, 2026

Shopping for Health: Sweet Corn By Audrey Mailly and Wendy J. Dahl. Sweet corn is not just a side dish for summer barbecues. It is a delicious, crunchy vegetable you can enjoy throughout the year! Many love its natural sweetness, but sweet ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Ask IFAS, EDIS Journal, Education Programs, Family Nutrition And Health, Food Science And Human Nutrition Department, Shopping For Health Series, Sweet Corn
Plant Sciences students picking through a tray of plants. Photo taken 09-01-23.

What’s New on Ask IFAS: Agricultural Education and Communication (Nov.–Dec.)

by Amanda Quintos
January 8, 2026

Co-Design for Participatory Action Research in Agriculture: A Practical Guide for Extension John Diaz and Ysabel Polanco. This is the third article in the Participatory Action Research (PAR) series that explores the co-design phase of ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Co-design, Cultural Relativism, Intercultural Competencies Series, Leadership, Participatory Action Research, Research
Katie Stofer with a digital globe. Photo taken 04-09-19.

What’s New on Ask IFAS: Agricultural Education and Communication (Sept.–Oct.)

by Amanda Quintos
November 4, 2025

Developing Successful Extension Tree Stewardship Programs Stephanie Cadaval, Michael Andreu, Ryan Klein, Andrew Koeser, and Paul Monaghan. This publication is for Extension agents and the stakeholders they partner with in urban forestry, parks ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Farm Management, Natural Resources, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Department Of Agricultural Education And Communication, Engagement, Farmers, IoT4Ag, Leadership, Pollinator-friendly Roadsides, Pollinators, Qualitative Research, Technology, Tree Stewardship
Cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, broccoli and onions in a fresh salad. Food, vegetables, healthy eating. UF/IFAS Photo by Tyler Jones.

What’s New on Ask IFAS: Family, Youth and Community Sciences (Sept.–Oct.)

by Amanda Quintos
October 31, 2025

Healthy Harvest: Florida’s Warm-Season Vegetables Catherine Campbell, Julia Graddy, Jeanette Andrade, and Wendy Wilber. This publication is intended for individuals who are interested in knowing more about warm-season crops that are grown ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Department Of Family Youth And Community Sciences, Framework, Health, Healthy Harvest, Vegetables, Well-being

New EDIS/Ask IFAS Documents Published by Agricultural Education and Communication During July and August

by Amanda Quintos
September 8, 2025

Read the latest Agricultural Education and Communication publications for July and August 2025. In this post, you can click on the title of interest to go to the Ask IFAS page and download the document in PDF format. Stay informed about the ... READ MORE

Category: Community Volunteers, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Ask IFAS, Department Of Agricultural Education And Communication, EDIS
Students walking on UF's campus in front of the Reitz Union. Photo taken on 01-05-17.

New EDIS/Ask IFAS Documents Published by Agricultural Education and Communication during May and June

by Amanda Quintos
July 2, 2025

Discover the latest research and practical solutions from UF/IFAS experts. These are the new EDIS/Ask IFAS documents published by Agricultural Education and Communication during May and June. Stay informed and inspired with our updates! Resources ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Health & Nutrition, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Adult Vaccination In Florida Series, Ask IFAS, Department Of Agricultural Education And Communication, EDIS, Intercultural Competencies Series

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