Category: Work & Life

Edamame, a Nutritious New Crop in Florida

by Gillian McGuire
November 28, 2025

Did you know edamame can grow in Florida? Edamame shares the same species name as the soybean, which is already an important crop in Florida. This vegetable, native to Asia, differs from the soybean in that it has bigger seeds, produces larger ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: Agriculture, Commercial Production, Edamame, Home Garden Crops, Horticultural Sciences Department, South Florida

December 2025 Activities at the UF/IFAS Extension Clay County Office

by Wayne Hobbs
November 26, 2025

By Wayne Hobbs, Interim County Extension Director and Environmental Horticulture Agent The month of December is here and we have another busy month here at UF/IFAS Extension in Clay County. Our office has a bit of extra holiday cheer with ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: 4-H, Class, Clay County, Clay County 4-H, Financial, Florida Friendly, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forestry, Garden, Gardening, Horticulture, Pile Burn, Workshop

Sarasota 4-H County Council and Club Updates – November 2025

by Erin Nadel
November 26, 2025

Read below to learn about Sarasota County’s council, club, and state-wide updates. Feel free to reach out to 4-H@scgov.net if you have any questions or need more information. Refer to this link for previous monthly ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Work & Life
Tags: 4-H, 4H, Club, Council, Pgm_4H, Youth

Agents of Discovery: Complete Four Special Missions by Jan 01 for a Field Agent Prize!

by Katherine Clements
November 25, 2025

What is Agents of Discovery? Agents of Discovery is an award-winning educational mobile game that turns the great outdoors into an interactive learning experience. Turn your next park visit into a mission and explore nature like never before! ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Conservation, Natural Resources, Recreation, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
Tags: Agents Of Discovery, AoD, Family, Family Friendly, Nature, Parks, Pgm_EcoNR, Youth

Avoid Thanksgiving FOG!

by Valeria Yon
November 25, 2025

The same delicious fats, oils, and grease that make Thanksgiving dishes so rich and flavorful also pose a hidden threat to your home's plumbing and the community's sewer lines. When washed down the drain, these seemingly harmless substances—found ... READ MORE

Category: Home Management, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Fats, Fog, Fogs, Grease, Oils, Sewer

Before You Commit: How to Research Financial Planners

by Lisa Leslie
November 24, 2025

Financial planners can help you achieve specific financial goals or provide comprehensive financial management. Before you work with one, it’s important to understand their credentials, compensation methods, and how to research their background. ... READ MORE

Category: Money Matters, Work & Life
Tags: CFP, Financial Planning, Financial Professional, Investment Advice

National Family Stories Month: Why Our Stories Matter More Than Ever

by Elizabeth Shephard
November 24, 2025

What are you going to do with National Family Stories Month? For me, it started with an early Thanksgiving trip where about 35 family members gathered under one roof. The food was wonderful, of course—but the conversations were even better. ... READ MORE

Category: , Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Belonging, Family, Food, Recipes, Resilience, Self-esteem, Stories

Avoid this Thanksgiving threat: A food safety guide to holiday leftovers

by Meredith Bauer-Mitchell
November 24, 2025

You’ve bought the turkey. You’ve prepped the brine. You’ve maybe even baked and frozen the pies. You’re ready for Thanksgiving dinner. But have you thought about being prepared for leftovers? Leftover safety for a larger-than-life ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: Food Poisoning, Food Safety, Holiday, Keith Schneider, Thanksgiving

Seafood at Your Finger Tips: Shrimp Tacos

by Armando Ubeda
November 22, 2025

Every year, I get invited to participate in the Alligator Creek Festival. During this annual festival, attendees learned about sustainability, environmentally friendly practices, conservation efforts, and community engagement, among other ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, Work & Life
Tags: Grilling, Pgm_Marine, Seafood, Seafood At Your Fingertips LIVE, Shrimp

A Practical Guide to Credit: Personal Finance Series (Part 4)

by Suzanne Holloway
November 21, 2025

When people talk about credit, they are referring to their credit history. Credit history describes how they have used money over time, which can significantly impact many aspects of life, including housing, employment, and finances, because ... READ MORE

Category: , Money Matters, Work & Life
Tags: Credit, Credit Card, Credit History, Credit Report

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