September 15 – October 15 | Hispanic Heritage Month As we continue our celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, we are reminded that Hispanic culture is not just something we observe — it is something we experience. From the ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition,
Gatherings don’t have to feel overwhelming or revolve entirely around food. The key to a meaningful celebration is intentional hosting, a practice that Jessica Alfonso-Rodriguez experienced and developed while growing up in South Florida. ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
On Nov. 2, District 8 Miami-Dade County Commissioner Danielle Cohen-Higgins will inaugurate Miami-Dade Farmers Month at the 10th annual One Night in the Tropics. This much-anticipated UF/IFAS philanthropic event will take place from 6 p.m. ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Crops, Horticulture, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research
During the holidays most people feel like they are constantly on the run, but are you staying active enough to Stay Well? It is recommended that adults engage in at least 150 minutes of moderate activity or 75 minutes of vigorous physical activity ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, Work & LifeStay Well while enjoying all the Holiday Celebrations! You made it through Thanksgiving, hopefully following the tips from "Plan Your Holiday Eating!" However, the holidays celebrations are just beginning. Most holiday functions are usually ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, , Work & LifeMost holiday celebrations are centered around food and even though that is something that brings us all together we need to remember our basic nutrition knowledge when enjoying ourselves. This week we will talk about portion sizes. A portion ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, , Work & Life
Bring mezcal to life; grow agaves in the garden! Agave is generally tolerant of Florida's climate with its succulent leaves showcasing different shades of greens and blues. The shape of the plant generates interest, and it makes a great statement ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, , Crops, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
The Mid-Florida Research and Education Center is proud to recognize our three doctoral students who graduated on Friday, December 16 in Gainesville. Graduating were students Yuvraj Khamare, Hang Duong and Zhaoyuan “Frank” Lian. All three ... READ MORE
Category: UF/IFAS Teaching![illustration of colorful globe of planet earth, with blue sky background , green leaf in foreground, and green swipe at bottom. [credit: pixabay.com, gerd altmann]](https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/sarasotaco/wp-content/blogs.dir/40/files/2023/09/2022_Sust_illusGlobeGreenIvyPlant_pixabay_AltmannGerdCROP1650x470.png)
Sarasota County has a long history of commitments to sustainability for both its own operations and the community. Twenty years ago, Sarasota County formed the Sustainability Program to implement changes and improvements for a more sustainable ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Natural Resources