Ruth Graves (later Ruth Wakefield) was born on June 17, 1903, in Massachusetts. She graduated in 1924 from Framingham Normal School (now Framingham State University), where she studied household arts. Later, she worked as a dietitian, lecturer, ... READ MORE
Category: , Food Safety, Home Management, Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Creado por Lourdes Mederos, gerente de relaciones públicas en español para el Departamento de Comunicaciones de UF/IFAS. Las infestaciones de cucarachas afectan a millones de hogares en Estados Unidos, particularmente a quienes viven como ... READ MORE
Category: Blog Community, Home Management, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research
As concerns continue to grow over the threat of New World screwworm, UF/IFAS Extension Holmes County is partnering with UF/IFAS Extension Walton and Escambia Counties to offer a free educational webinar to help pet owners prepare, recognize ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Home Management, Livestock, Pests & Disease, Relationships & Family,
Alarming reports of hybrid “super” termites have fueled misinformation, while flooding news outlets across the United States for months. University of Florida scientists are stepping in to help property owners separate fact from fiction. In ... READ MORE
Category: Blog Community, , Home Management, Invasive Species, Pests & Disease, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research
Fourteen Master Gardener Volunteers (and family) toured Nehrling Gardens in May 2026. Theresa Schretzmann-Myers (Board of Directors Vice President) was our excellent tour guide. Ms. Theresa fed us history, facts, stories, and anecdotes in ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching, Water, Wildlife, Work & Life
Next to ensuring your family’s safety and well-being during a hurricane, having a game plan to protect your largest investment – your home and property – is essential in preparing for a major storm or other disaster. Many of these tasks ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Home Management, UF/IFAS Extension
Spring has sprung and you may feel the urge to give your home a deep cleaning. The American Cleaning Institute finds that 80% of us are doing some type of deep cleaning this spring so you are not alone. Deep cleaning your home after winter gives ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, Money Matters, Work & Life
Learning doesn’t slow down in the summer. Our June lineup includes classes and workshops designed to help residents care for their landscapes, manage finances, and support overall well-being. Take a look at what’s available this ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Blog Community, Events, Farm Management, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Horticulture, Lawn, Money Matters, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Work & Life
May is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, reducing stigma, and encouraging conversations about mental and emotional well-being. While mental health has gained more attention in recent years, many ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, , Work & LifeSummer is the time of year when people are easily lured to yard and estate sales. The finds can be great ranging from antiques to nearly new items. One thing to keep in mind, however, is when choosing wooden items like furniture and frames, ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Home Management, Pests & Disease