Tag: food safety

Save the Date: Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training- September 1

by Abbey Smith
July 22, 2026

Fresh produce safety begins on the farm. Commercial fruit and vegetable growers are encouraged to attend the Produce Safety Alliance (PSA) Grower Training on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, from 8:15 am – 5:00 pm CST at the UF/IFAS Jackson ... READ MORE

A Bite of History: Chocolate Chip Cookie

by Suzanne Holloway
July 8, 2026

Ruth Graves (later Ruth Wakefield) was born on June 17, 1903, in Massachusetts. She graduated in 1924 from Framingham Normal School (now Framingham State University), where she studied household arts. Later, she worked as a dietitian, lecturer, ... READ MORE

Category: , Food Safety, Home Management, Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Chocolate Chips, Cookies, Cottage Food, Food History, Food Safety

UF/IFAS announces new Director of Fundraising Initiatives role to support Animal Sciences

by Jamie Groh
May 21, 2026

The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) today announces the appointment of Mary Ann Hooks as Director of Animal Sciences Fundraising Initiatives, effective June 15, 2026. This new role will lead ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS
Tags: Academic Leadership, Agricultural Research, Agriculture, Animal Sciences, Development, Extension, Featured, Florida Agriculture, Food Safety, Fundraising, Government Affairs, Higher Education, Land-grant Mission, Leadership Appointment, Livestock Industry, Mary Ann Hooks, Meat Science, Stakeholder Engagement, UF-IFAS, UF/IFAS Animal Sciences Department, University Of Florida, Workforce Development

Interested in Learning about Florida’s Cottage Food Law?

by Hillary MacMichael
May 19, 2026

If you’ve ever been told your cookies could win awards, your spice blends should be bottled, or your sourdough starter deserves its own fan club, you might be sitting on more than just a hobby. Many home cooks don’t realize that their passion ... READ MORE

Category: , Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Cottage Food, Food And Nutrition, Food Safety, Ocextension, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension Orange County

Hurricane Season Begins June 1: Time to Prepare

by Kevin Camm
May 14, 2026

June 1 marks the start of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, which runs through November 30. Recent seasons have reminded us how active and unpredictable hurricane activity can be, especially here in Florida. Now is the time to review your ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Disaster Preparation, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Disaster Preparation, Disaster Resources, Food Safety, Hurricane, Hurricane Kit, Hurricane Prep, Hurricane Preparations, Hurricane Preparedness, Hurricanes, Ocextension, Orange County, Tree Risk

Health Benefits of Magnesium

by Elizabeth Shephard
March 10, 2026

Magnesium is one of the essential minerals that our bodies need to function. It is involved in 600 reactions found across the body including muscle movement, energy, protein and gene creation, and nervous system regulation. With the average ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Anti-inflammatory, Depression, Food Safety, Health, Magnesium, Mental Health, Nutrition, Sleep

What’s New on Ask IFAS: Florida 4-H Youth Development (Jan.–Feb. 2026)

by Gillian McGuire
March 4, 2026

Proper Personal Preparation for the 4-H Food Challenge Competition By Jean Marie Arick, Amarat Simonne, Geralyn M. Sachs, Amber Norris, Andrea Nikolai, Joshua Payne, Shane Michael, Rachel Pienta, Janine Heiney, John Ferguson, Nicole Crawson, ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Food Safety
Tags: Ask IFAS, EDIS Journal, Florida 4-H Youth Development Program, Food Safety, Hygiene

The Importance of Using a Food Thermometer

by Gillian McGuire
January 30, 2026

I cannot cook a meal without my trusty digital food thermometer. It gives me peace of mind and better health. It may be ever so tempting to assume food is fully cooked by looking at it, but this is not a reliable way to confirm food is safe ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Work & Life
Tags: Ask IFAS, EDIS Journal, Family Nutrition And Health, Food Safety, Food Science And Human Nutrition Department, Health, Thermometer

What’s New on Ask IFAS: Food Science and Human Nutrition (Nov.–Dec.)

by Gillian McGuire
January 8, 2026

Fermented Foods: Olives By Fidela Gjondrekaj and Wendy J. Dahl. Olives are small fruit that grow on the olive tree, scientifically known as Olea europaea. These fruit have been cultivated and consumed for thousands of years, primarily ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition
Tags: Ask IFAS, Cooking Safety, EDIS Journal, Food Safety, Food Science And Human Nutrition Department, Nutrition, Olives

Celebrate National Bingo Birthday Month—with a Healthy Twist!

by Elizabeth Shephard
December 22, 2025

Did you know the game of Bingo dates all the way back to the 1500s? Today, it’s still a favorite because it’s simple, social, and fun. You grab your card, listen for the numbers, and when you land five in a row, you get that moment everyone ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Bingo, Exercise, Food, Food Safety, Fruits, Health, Nutrition, Vegetables

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