When I was a child, and even as I grew into adulthood, my mom would always say, “Mind your manners” as I headed out the door. It was her gentle way of reminding me to represent myself well, to be respectful, and to make good choices. She ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, , Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension
Read the latest Family, Youth and Community Sciences publications for July and August 2025. In this post, you can click on the title of interest to go to the Ask IFAS page and download the document in PDF format. Stay informed about the latest ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Professional Development, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Technology is part of everyday life for young people. By the time children reach middle school, many already own or borrow a phone or tablet for communication, learning, or entertainment. Parents often wonder how much is too much, and schools ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension,
When you hear the word self-care, what comes to mind? A bubble bath? A night of binge-watching your favorite show? While those things can feel good at the moment, self-care is actually a lot deeper than that—and way more important. Let's talk ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Farm Management, Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, Professional Development, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Creado por Meredith Bauer, especialista sénior en relaciones públicas para UF/IFAS. En un mercado inmobiliario marcado por el aumento de precios y la incertidumbre económica, un taller educativo de University of Florida brinda información ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, Money Matters, Professional Development, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS
Country Bumpkins is a club with a variety of things for the members to choose from to learn this year. They can learn some cooking and baking skills, practice some artistic techniques as well as do some Geocaching. The sky is the limit for ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Clubs & Volunteers, Events, Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension,
A new school year has begun and with it comes new friends, new routines, and unfortunately, new opportunities for germs to spread. As parents, there are simple steps you can take to help keep your children healthy, energized, and ready to learn. Fuel ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension,
Exploring the Future of Agriculture—Hands-on, High-Tech, and Full of Opportunity Seventy-five years ago, the Green Revolution transformed agriculture with science-driven advances in crop production. Today, agriculture is on the brink of ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Curriculum, Events, Relationships & Family
What: University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Extension Duval County Open House. When: Aug. 16, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: UF/IFAS Extension Duval County office, 1010 N. McDuff Ave., Jacksonville, ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Events, Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Money Matters, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension
As students return to the classroom, good nutrition is one of the most important tools for setting them up for success. A well-balanced diet helps children stay focused, energized, and ready to learn. Whether your child is starting kindergarten ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension,