When summer hits, life seems to speed up for many individuals. School ends, celebrations pile up, travel increases, and in Florida, the weather adds an extra layer of stress. These social and environmental shifts can trigger a dip in mood and ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, , Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
There’s something about spring that feels like a fresh start. The days are longer, the air feels lighter, and everything around us is growing again. It’s a natural reminder that we can reset, too. But here’s something we often overlook—stepping ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Now that the freezing temperatures are past, there are palms, plants, and trees all over the county that are bronze or brown, wilted, and looking bad. The cold temperatures we received earlier this month qualify as a hard freeze, which are ... READ MORE
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This Month, Show Love Where It Counts Most — In Your Community We often think of “love” as something shared between friends and family — but what if we showed more of that care where it matters most: right in our own neighborhoods? This ... READ MORE
Category: Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers, Professional Development, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Valentine’s Day often brings to mind grand gestures—flowers, cards, and special treats. While those moments are fun, it’s often the quieter, more meaningful connections that leave the biggest impact. One powerful way to show love and ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Relationships & Family
How you start your morning can shape your entire day. A mindful morning routine is not just about checking things off a to-do list—it is about creating mental clarity, reducing stress, and showing up fully for whatever comes next. Instead ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, , Home Landscapes, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching, Work & Life
Brevard Beef Notes: Winter Nutrition and Body Condition Score Management December is one of the most critical months for winter cattle management in Florida. As warm-season forage quality declines and cow nutrient requirements peak, body condition ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension
Gratitude is often viewed as a simple way to be polite or something we display during holidays or special moments. But did you know that gratitude is more than just an emotion? It has real effects on your brain and body. The science behind gratitude ... READ MORE
Category: Work & Life
From small business owners to innovative startups, shifts in age demographics and the role of women, military, and foreign-born U.S. citizens, the face of American entrepreneurship continues to evolve. According to the latest Global Entrepreneurship ... READ MORE
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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