Magnesium is one of the essential minerals that our bodies need to function. It is involved in 600 reactions found across the body including muscle movement, energy, protein and gene creation, and nervous system regulation. With the average ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Florida-Friendly Landscaping for Pollinators: Growing a Garden with a Purpose Join us as we share real stories from local gardeners transforming their yards into Florida-Friendly Landscaping for pollinators. Discover practical tips, successes, ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Lawn, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, , Water, Wildlife
UF/IFAS TEAMS Opportunities for March 5, 2026 IFAS Human Resources has now created an opportunity for you to view, at a glance, newly posted IFAS TEAMS positions. Please click on the link for further details. These positions were vacant ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Communications, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching, Work & Life
National nutrition month is observed each March. It is an annual education campaign led by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics that promotes healthy eating and regular physical activity. The campaign encourages individuals and families ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition
Written by MGV Henry Bruce, Edited by Theresa Badurek Are you all ears to learn something new? Plants that go by the name of "elephant ears" are really a group of similar plants with different botanical names: Alocasia, Colocasia, and ... READ MORE
Category: , Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, SFYL Hot Topic, Work & Life
Proper Personal Preparation for the 4-H Food Challenge Competition By Jean Marie Arick, Amarat Simonne, Geralyn M. Sachs, Amber Norris, Andrea Nikolai, Joshua Payne, Shane Michael, Rachel Pienta, Janine Heiney, John Ferguson, Nicole Crawson, ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Food Safety
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, Work & Life
Eating a well-balanced diet can play an essential role in feeling better, decreasing the risk of chronic disease, and promoting weight management. Making informed choices regarding food is especially important in all stages of life. However, ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition
We’ve all seen the damage a freeze can do in our yards. Broken branches, browned leaves, or even entire plants are gone. It’s natural to want to fill those empty spots quickly, but before you pick up new plants, there’s a smart step to ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Invasive Species, UF/IFAS Extension
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