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Keep It Fresh

by Hillary MacMichael
May 18, 2026

Welcome to our guide on preserving the freshness of your fruits and vegetables! Whether you're a seasoned chef or a newbie in the kitchen, keeping your produce fresh and vibrant can sometimes be a challenge. However, with a few simple tips and ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Cooking, Family And Consumer Sciences, Food Preservation, Food Waste Prevention, Fruits And Vegetables, Nutrition, Ocextension, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension Orange County
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“Chili” Weather Ahead

by Hillary MacMichael
May 18, 2026

Are you feeling chili? No, I’m not talking about the chill in the Florida air, I’m talking about having a delicious bowl of chili! Chili is a staple cold-weather food that’s surprisingly versatile. Whether you’re a meat‑lover or a ... READ MORE

Category: , Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Cooking, Family And Consumer Sciences, Nutrition, Ocextension, Recipes, Spices, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension Orange County
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The Raw Dough Dilemma: Navigating the Risks and Rewards of Uncooked Delights

by Hillary MacMichael
May 18, 2026

There's something inherently comforting about the aroma of freshly baked cookies or the anticipation of homemade bread rising in the oven. But what about the allure of raw cookie dough or bread dough? While indulging in these uncooked delights ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Baking, Cookie Dough, Family And Consumer Sciences, Food Safety, Health And Wellness, Holiday Baking, Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension Orange County
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Assisted by sniffer dogs and DNA sequencing, researchers discover three new truffle species

by Megan Winslow
May 18, 2026

University of Florida biologists studying fungal evolution and ecology have discovered three new truffle species, including one capable of commanding hundreds of dollars per pound within culinary circles. (more…) READ MORE

Category: Forests, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: Appalachian Mountains, Benjamin Lemmon, Biologist, Biology, Cascadia, Cooking, Culinary, Delicacy, Discovery, DNA Sequencing, Dog, Douglas Fir, Fungal, Fungus, Genetic Testing, Great Smoky Mountains, IFAS, Imaia Kuwohiensis, Inaturalist, Institute Of Food And Agricultural Sciences, Leucangium, Leucangium Carthusianum, Leucangium Cascadiense, Leucangium Oneidaense, Matt Smith, Matthew Smith, Megan Winslow, Morchellaceae, Oregon Black Truffle, Pacific Northwest, Pathology, Persoonia, Plant, Plant Pathology Department, Research, Rocky Mountains, Science, Sniffer Dog, Symbiotic Relationship, Truffle, UF, UF-IFAS, University Of Florida

Celebrate #NationalSoupDay by Trying a New Soup Recipe with Oysters

by Holly Abeels, Andrea Lazzari and Elizabeth Shephard
May 18, 2026

Did you know that February 4th is National Homemade Soup Day? Why not join in on this celebration by trying a new soup recipe that includes oysters. Florida oysters are available year-round.  Oyster harvest is mainly done in the cooler months ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Coasts & Marine, Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: 4-H, Cooking, Family, Florida Sea Grant, Food Is Our Middle Name, NationalSoupDay, Seafood, UF-IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Youth
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April Class List

by Morgan Roth
May 18, 2026

Join us at the UF/IFAS Extension Brevard County Office for some fun learning experiences this April! Below is our current class list for the month. Canning: The Pickling Process April 2  |  10 am to 12 pm Learn about the canning and pickling ... READ MORE

Category: Events
Tags: 4-H, Auction, Brevard County, Canning, Classes, Cooking, Dehydrator, Environment, Fair, Family Safety, Finances, Food Preservation, Freezing, Poultry, STEM, Sustainability, Youth
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May Class List

by Morgan Roth
May 18, 2026

Join us at the UF/IFAS Extension Brevard County Office for some fun learning experiences this May! Below is our current class list for the month. Charcuterie Board Basics - Mother's Day Edition May 3  |  6 pm to 8 pm Spend some quality ... READ MORE

Category: Events
Tags: 4-H, Agriculture, Archery, Brevard County, Canning, Child Safety, CIVIC, Communication Skills, Cooking, Environment, Family Safety, Fertilizer, Finances, Florida Sea Grant, Gardening, Hunter Safety, Pasture Management, Poultry, Ranching, Shooting Sports, STEM
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August Class List

by Morgan Roth
May 18, 2026

Join us at the UF/IFAS Extension Brevard County Office for some fun learning experiences this August! Below is our current class list for the month. Bite-Sized Science 1st Thursday of every month  |  12:30 pm to 1 pm Has a dolphin ever ... READ MORE

Category: Events
Tags: 4-H, Advocacy, Agriculture, Brevard County, Canning, Child Safety, Communication Skills, Community, Conservation, Cooking, Family, Family Safety, Finances, Fish, Fisheries, Florida Sea Grant, Gardening, Poultry, Shooting Sports, Sustainability

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