Autumn is here, and the influx of food- and drink-centered gatherings with loved ones is not far behind. As delightful as it is to enjoy the cozy warmth of a favorite seasonal coffee or to look forward to sampling friends' new entree and ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
With recent media exposure of bed bug activity impacting travelers worldwide, the public perception of this species tends to draw some concerns over its potential for harming humans and pets. University of Florida experts at the Institute ... READ MORE
Category: Invasive Species, Pests & Disease, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS
The holidays are a very busy season for many of us. There are so many things to do together with family and friends, traditions to return to, new things to learn and alternatives to try. Here at UF/IFAS Extension, we’re devoted to the prospect ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Money Matters, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Looking to do something inexpensive and outdoorsy this holiday season? Why not take a turn through a demonstration garden, courtesy of the University of Florida. UF/IFAS Extension offers demonstration gardens throughout the state, and most ... READ MORE
Category: UF/IFAS
The holiday season is a popular time for celebrations, which are traditionally centered around food. Holiday menus usually contain indulgent foods that, when eaten in excess, can add inches to your waistline. You may be planning a holiday gathering ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
When it comes to holiday planning, the last thing on anyone’s list is a bout with food poisoning. “Most people are lulled into a false sense of security because foodborne illnesses are rare,” said Keith Schneider, a University of Florida ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety
Do you look forward to eating Thanksgiving dinner with your family? So much anticipation. Lots of cooking, eating and cleanup. A festive feast with loved ones – or is it? Some families have one or more relatives whose behavior can be problematic ... READ MORE
Category: UF/IFAS
A recent MarketWatch Guides survey revealed that 52% of Americans are planning to fly this holiday season, while a Hopper survey reveals more than one in five holiday travelers plans to drive out of town for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
When you think of decorative holiday plants, you might buy traditional poinsettias. But have you ever considered a caladium at Christmas? University of Florida scientists want to add caladiums, known for their beautiful foliage, as an option ... READ MORE
Category: UF/IFAS
A whirlwind of different considerations, thoughts, and feelings may enter the foreground during the holiday season. These can be everyday as well as holiday-specific material concerns and stressors. A host for a yearly dinner worries whether ... READ MORE
Category: Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life