Category: Work & Life
UF workshop to help homeowners navigate HOA issues for landscaping
March 15, 2017
SANFORD, Fla. --- Wondering if that new lawn will mean a discussion with your Homeowner’s Association? The University of Florida Florida-Friendly LandscapingTM program offers a workshop on April 26 to help homeowners navigate the process. “Legally ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & LifeUF/IFAS Milton Campus, Pensacola State College to host Spring Festival of Flowers on April 7-9
March 15, 2017
MILTON, Fla. --- The seasons are changing and it’s time to enjoy the blooming plants across the state. Families are invited to enjoy the Spring Festival of Flowers on April 7 to 9 in Milton. The University of Florida IFAS Milton Campus and ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Shop to Lower Your Footprint
March 14, 2017
Lately there has been a lot of discussion on your carbon footprint and its impact on the environment. But what does that even mean? Your carbon footprint is the amount of carbon dioxide you produce both directly and indirectly. You increase ... READ MORE
Category: Work & LifeTags: Carbon Footprint, Online, Rmadhosingh-hector, Shopping, Sustainability, Tackerman
Smart eating tips for National Nutrition Month
March 14, 2017
How’s that New Year’s resolution holding up? If you resolved to eat healthier in 2017, you have a second chance during National Nutrition Month, which runs through March. The theme for this year’s observance is “Put your best fork ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & LifeTags: Featured Hot Topic, Nutrition, Special Topics
UF/IFAS Extension agent: Smart eating tips for National Nutrition Month
March 14, 2017
Please see caption below story. GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- How’s that New Year’s resolution holding up? If you resolved to eat healthier in 2017, you have a second chance during National Nutrition Month, which runs through March. The theme ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & LifeRoasting Seasonal Vegetables
March 13, 2017
Looking for a colorful and fresh side dish? Then you should try roasting your vegetables! Roasted vegetables are quick, easy, and flavorful. When roasted, vegetables become brown and crisp on the outside, making their natural sugars caramelize. ... READ MORE
Category: Work & LifeTags: Family Nutrition And Health, January-March 2017, Nutrition, Panhandle-livingwell, Roasted Vegetables
UF sets Family Fishing Day on March 18
March 9, 2017
GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- Always wanted to take the kids fishing, but can’t find the time? The University of Florida IFAS School of Forest Resources and Conservation will host Family Fishing Day from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, March 18. The ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life4-H youth have voices heard at state Capitol on March 23
March 8, 2017
Please see caption below photo. GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- The Florida State Capitol will be a sea of clover green on March 23 when approximately 500 4-H youth visit with state representatives and senators, and learn about the legislative process ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life