By Joshua Payne, RDN, LDN, UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County FCS Agent and Shari Bresin, MNM, UF/IFAS Extension Pasco County FCS Agent Broccoli is more than a side dish — it is a nutrition powerhouse linked to many health benefits, including ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition
Intro Recently on IFAS blogs, I posted about leafy greens which fit well in fall gardening; this entry is a continuation of that idea, touching on other cool weather vegetables. The start of the fall semester marks a dramatic cold turn in the ... READ MORE
Category: Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Horticulture
Introduction: My name is Melanie Cabrera, and I’m in the Plant Breeding Ph.D. program here at UF. I’m originally from Cuba, but I moved to the South Florida area about 10 years ago. I call myself a collector of hobbies. I have way ... READ MORE
Category: Horticulture
Little trees, dino pops, nature’s lollipops—no matter what you call it, broccoli is a nutritional powerhouse. Packed with a range of health benefits, this versatile veggie has rightfully earned its place on the superfoods list. Originating ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
When consumers go to the grocery store, they want their produce, including broccoli, to look, feel and taste fresh. This desire compels University of Florida scientist Tie Liu to study ways to keep vegetables fresh. In newly published research, ... READ MORE
Category: UF/IFAS
Agriculture in the Sunshine State ranges from tropical fruits to leafy green vegetables, with many crops in between. Launched in 2021, the plant breeding doctoral program teaches University of Florida College of Agricultural and Life Sciences ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Teaching
If you like broccoli as I do, you should keep in mind that it is a very easy-to-grow vegetable that needs to go into your garden at this time of year. I have already started my seeds for the coming season and am preparing the soil for ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes
When you’re perusing the produce section, you’re looking for fresh fruits and vegetables. If not eaten within a few days after harvest, many age quickly and get thrown out, leading to food waste, say University of Florida experts. Fruits ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture
I couldn't let May slip away without sharing a video I made showcasing how I make my fresh and healthy summer salad mix. There is no cooking involved - only chopping some vegetables. This recipe calls for only six ingredients. In honor of ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension