Category: Home Management

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Cool Temperature Turf Grass Management

by Leslie Nicole Munroe
February 3, 2022

It may seem laughable to most Americans that Florida does experience a "real winter". However, there are many who are very aware that the temperatures have dropped and that their plants are reacting to this change. The Master Gardeners often ... READ MORE

Category: Crops, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Horticulture, Lawn, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, SFYL Hot Topic, Turf
Tags: Cool Weather Lawn, Florida Friendly Lawn, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, St Augustine Grass, Turf Dormancy, Water Wise
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Strengthen Your Defenses Against COVID-19 With Nutrition

by Beth Kerr
February 2, 2022

As a person that understands the value of nutrition, I generally try to lead by example. For years I have been an advocate for healthy eating and used meaningful nutrition messages to inspire others to do the same. These messages have ranged ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Health & Nutrition, Home Management, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Covid-19, Dietary, Disease, Family Safety, Hamilton County, Health, Holiday, Nutrition, Suwannee County, Wellness
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Use the Fall Festivities to Teach Children Money Saving Tips

by Jenny Rodriguez
October 7, 2021

It's that time of year again when gorgeous foliage, a gentle chill in the air, and sweaters and scarves all contribute to that cozy fall feeling and Halloween also sets the tone for enjoying the cool days of Fall. Some families, however, spend ... READ MORE

Category: Home Management, Money Matters, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Tags: Children Saving Money, Kids And Money, Life Skills, Money Saving Tips, Ocextension, Saving Money, Teaching Children About Money
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Sustainable Elementary School Tips

by BLOGS.IFAS
August 3, 2021

As children return to school, parents may scramble to buy last-minute supplies, coordinate rides for their children, and manage grocery lists. While all of these tasks are important, parents should also consider ways their children can make ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Home Management, Natural Resources, SFYL Hot Topic, Work & Life
Tags: Archive, Back To School, Education And School, Sustainability, Sustainable Hot Topic, Sustainable Living, Sustainable Tips

Reduce Waste at Home

by BLOGS.IFAS
August 3, 2021

From banana peels to cardboard boxes to cans of soda, these items are hauled to their final resting places at the landfills—to be incinerated or to decompose over months or years. In 2014, Florida’s municipal solid waste (MSW) collections ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Home Management, Natural Resources, SFYL Hot Topic, Work & Life
Tags: Archive, Home Conservation, Recycling, Reduce, Reducing Home Waste, Reuse, Sustainability, Sustainable Hot Topic
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Enviroshopping

by BLOGS.IFAS
August 3, 2021

Did you know that Floridians throw away about eight pounds of garbage per person every day? That’s double the national average. Unfortunately, our trash wastes energy and materials. Waste also releases pollutants into the environment. While ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Home Management, Natural Resources, SFYL Hot Topic, Work & Life
Tags: Archive, Enviroshopping, Home Conservation, Home Management, Precycle, Recycle, Recycling, Sustainability, Sustainable Hot Topic, Sustainable Living

Sustainable College Living

by BLOGS.IFAS
August 3, 2021

Colleges and universities across the nation are taking strides to become more sustainable, but they are not alone. Students can also participate to help their schools with sustainability efforts. By taking small steps, you can help your college ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Home Management, Natural Resources, SFYL Hot Topic, Work & Life
Tags: Archive, College Living, College Students, Go Green, Sustainability, Sustainable Hot Topic, Sustainable Living

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