By: Stu Hutson - (352) 273-3569 GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- Whether E. coli on spinach or Salmonella in peanut butter, it seems food-borne illness outbreaks are becoming all too familiar to the average shopper. On Jan. 29, when a national task ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Food Safety, Work & LifeBy: Mickie Anderson - (352) 273-3566 Source: Tom Wichman - twichman@ufl.edu, (352) 392-1831 x331 View Photo GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- While hitting its 30th anniversary mark this year, Florida's Master Gardener program has another reason to ... READ MORE
Category: UF/IFAS Extension, Work & LifeJames Stevenson, Pinellas County Extension Specialist, Urban Sustainability Many of us are looking for ways to save money and the environment these days. Although the price of gasoline has dropped from its all-time high back in the summer, ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, Work & LifeMary Campbell, Pinellas County Extension Director, Urban Sustainability Agent What are your top resolutions for 2009? I hope that a few may involve eco-friendly practices and reducing your footprint on the earth. I just want to take a moment ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Work & LifeVestina Crayton, Pinellas County Extension Specialist, Urban Sustainability Minimizing Holiday Stress Holidays are for family, friends, and fun. But the reality is, preparing for family, friends, and fun can be stressful. In addition ... READ MORE
Category: Work & LifeJames Stevenson, Pinellas County Extension Specialist, Urban Sustainability Choosing the Main Course What to eat, what to eat? Are you planning a big holiday feast this year? Many families have a set, traditional meal, enjoyed every year. ... READ MORE
Category: Work & LifeBy: Stu Hutson - (352) 273-3569 Source: Pierce Jones - piercejones@ufl.edu, (352) 392-8074 View Photo GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- Fluctuating gas prices and environmental concerns are leading many to electric-powered cars, and a new University ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research, Work & LifeJames Stevenson, Pinellas County Extension Specialist, Urban Sustainability Making Choices Gift-giving has become a huge part of the holiday season. Jokes are made about receiving an obnoxious pair of socks, ridiculous sweater, or some other ... READ MORE
Category: Work & LifeJames Stevenson, Pinellas County Extension Specialist, Urban Sustainability Green Shopping Tips Before you head out to do the shopping this Holiday Season, don't forget the Big Three of Sustainability: Environment, Economy and Society. We've ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, Work & LifeHere are some great tips for avoiding waste (and waist!) this holiday season, provided by Nan Jensen, Pinellas County Extension Family and Consumer Sciences Agent Shopping: Don't shop from memory. Using a list helps you buy just what you ... READ MORE
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