Tag: micronutrient

UF researchers develop first method to accurately measure zinc in humans


May 15, 2026

Cutline at bottom. Click here for high-resolution image. GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- Zinc is an essential nutrient, but until now, there has not been an effective way to measure it in our bodies, say University of Florida researchers. The researchers ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: Bob Cousins, Food Science And Human Nutrition, Institute Of Food And Agricultural Sciences, Micronutrient, Moon-Suhn Ryu, Nutrient, Roger Sunde, Supplement, University Of Florida, Zinc
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Know your soil: UF/IFAS lab analysis reveals composition prior to planting


May 15, 2026

Franta Majs is a common fixture at Florida plant shows and sales. He doesn’t attend to shop, however. He’s on hand to offer advice. (more…) READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops
Tags: Acidity, Amendment, ANSERV Labs, Extension, Fertilizer, Franta Majs, IFAS, Institute Of Food And Agricultural Sciences, Lime, Macronutrient, Megan Winslow, Micronutrient, Nutrient Management Program, PH, Plant, Planting, Research, Soil, Soil Test, Test, UF, UF-IFAS, UF/IFAS Analytical Services, University Of Florida
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UF experts share easy, stress-free ways to waste less, save money, enjoy the holidays


May 15, 2026

  The holidays are all about good food, great gatherings and plenty of gratitude. It can be a time of extended budgets, overflowing trash bins and wasted leftovers. How does one plan with precision to maximize savings, guarantee ... READ MORE

Category: , Conservation, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Money Matters, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, Work & Life
Tags: Beneficial Microorganisms, Brenda Marty-Jimenez, Budget, Compost, Cooking Temperature, Decomposition, Egg, Environmental Horticulture, Food, Food Planning, Food Poisoning, Food Safety, Grocery, Holiday Meal, Holiday Savings, Josey Pearce Keener, Leftovers, Meal, Meat, Mica McMillan, Micronutrient, Overcooking, Portions, Poultry, Savubgs, Thawing, UF IFAS Extension Broward, UF IFAS Family And Consumer Sciences, UF-IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension St. Lucie County, Undercooking, University Of Florida, USDA

Know your soil: UF/IFAS lab analysis reveals composition prior to planting


November 1, 2024

Franta Majs is a common fixture at Florida plant shows and sales. He doesn’t attend to shop, however. He’s on hand to offer advice. (more…) READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops
Tags: Acidity, Amendment, ANSERV Labs, Extension, Fertilizer, Franta Majs, IFAS, Institute Of Food And Agricultural Sciences, Lime, Macronutrient, Megan Winslow, Micronutrient, Nutrient Management Program, PH, Plant, Planting, Research, Soil, Soil Test, Test, UF, UF-IFAS, UF/IFAS Analytical Services, University Of Florida

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