Fermented Foods: Olives By Fidela Gjondrekaj and Wendy J. Dahl. Olives are small fruit that grow on the olive tree, scientifically known as Olea europaea. These fruit have been cultivated and consumed for thousands of years, primarily ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition
A Taste of Culture: Evidence-based Health Benefits of Cooking with Herbs and Spices Isabella Alobele, Lori Johnson, Hillary MacMichael, Amy Mullins, Ava Theng, Madison Gindea, Ryan Perez, Tatiana Tchuisse, Yvette Vork, and Melissa J. Vilaro. ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) recently released its Financial Literacy Annual Report (2025), highlighting the importance of financial education for youth and providing valuable resources for educators and families. As someone ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters
A new year is a natural time to reflect, reset, and commit to healthier habits. For Floridians who rely on private wells for drinking water, the new year is also a great opportunity to recommit to protecting household water quality. Unlike ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, Water
Have you ever considered a walk in a tree-shaded park to relieve stress? If you have, you’re hardly alone, according to new University of Florida research. The study shows that spending time in tree-filled spaces — like parks or wooded ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
In 2025, science is more accessible to the public than ever. Citizen science programs are designed to recruit help from interested members of the public and contribute to scientific observations and research. Invasion science heavily relies ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers, Invasive Species
As a new year begins, many people feel pressure to “fix” their finances perfectly, never making mistakes, saving significant amounts of money, or eliminating all debt as quickly as possible. Unfortunately, this all-or-nothing mindset often ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Did you attend one too many gift exchanges? Go a little overboard with family presents? If your holiday budget disappeared faster than the decorations came down, you’re not alone. The good news? A financial reset is totally doable. Here are ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters
Did you know that approximately 90% of people abandon their goals each year? That means out of 100 people, only 10 achieve what they set out to do. Let’s change that! In this blog, we’ll explore why goals often fail, review SMART goals in ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters
The start of a new year is the perfect time to set fresh goals for your health and wellness. However, resolutions can be tricky—many people set ambitious goals in January only to lose steam by February. Instead of repeating that cycle, try ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition