Do you ever see what you think is what you’re looking for in the very back of your freezer – the freezer that resembles an archeological dig in an iceberg? As you reach for the wanted item, half of everything else falls out onto your kitchen ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, WORK & LIFETailgating. The smell of charcoal in the air. Cooking over a hot grill. Earning lots of scholarship money? The Florida 4-H Tailgate Contest completed its first year in 2016, giving out over $15,000 in scholarship money to 4-H members. ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & YouthJune is National Dairy Month. National Dairy month was first celebrated in 1937 to encourage Americans to drink more milk. Milk and dairy products comprise a diverse group of foods from fluid milks, fermented milk products, and over 500 cheeses. Generations ... READ MORE
Category: WORK & LIFEDoes lettuce turn brown and slimy in your refrigerator? Is that two-year-old frozen turkey still safe to eat? Should you dispose of that slightly moldy cheese? “When in doubt throw it out” is definitely a safe practice to follow. ... READ MORE
Category: WORK & LIFE“Milk and milk products provide a wealth of nutrition benefits. But raw milk can harbor dangerous microorganisms that can pose serious health risks to you and your family. According to an analysis by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ... READ MORE
Category: WORK & LIFEUF IFAS Extension is hosting the Farmers Market Symposium on Tuesday, March 8, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Learn about starting a farmers market with specific topics including food safety, multiple payment options, community gardens, and cottage ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Events, Health & NutritionIt’s that time of the year! The holidays are upon us. A time when our thoughts turn to family, friends, celebrations, holiday feasts, and, yes, leftovers. Holiday meal leftovers can be just as delectable as the original feast. The challenge ... READ MORE
Category: WORK & LIFEIt’s that time of year…Summertime! What could be more enjoyable than a summer picnic? Along the Gulf Coast all you need is a sunny day, white sand beach, and a menu to remember. However, poor planning can turn a picnic into a small disaster, ... READ MORE
Category: Health & NutritionDoes your kitchen freezer resemble an archaeological dig in an iceberg? Do you ever see what you think is what you’re looking for in the very back? As you reach for it, half of everything else falls out onto your kitchen floor? UFOs (Unidentified ... READ MORE
Category: WORK & LIFEIf you plan to develop a Food Safety Program for your fruit and / or vegetable farming operations, field or greenhouse, this one-day workshop is for you! Most intermediate or large chain store buyers now require some level of food safety program ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Health & Nutrition