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Medicare Open Enrollment: A Little Homework Now Could Save You Money Later

by Alicia Betancourt
October 8, 2026

Have you ever opened a letter from your insurance company, looked at all the fine print, and thought, "I'll deal with that later"? I think most of us have. Insurance paperwork isn't exactly exciting reading, especially when everything seems ... READ MORE

Category: , Home Management, Money Matters, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Consumer Education, Florida Seniors, Health Insurance, Healthcare Costs, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Benefits, Medicare Open Enrollment 2026, Medicare Part D, Medicare Savings, Medicare Scams, Prescription Drug Coverage, Senior Healthcare, SHINE Florida, UF/IFAS Extension

A Gardener’s Guide to Plant Propagation, Part III: Propagating Plants from Seed

by Lauren Spaduzzi
October 6, 2026

In Parts I and II of this series, we looked at the plant structures involved in propagation and how stems and leaves can be used to produce new plants. Now, it’s time to look at another way plants reproduce: seed. Growing plants from ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, , Crops, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Horticulture, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Central Florida, Florida, Florida Friendly, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruit, Garden, Gardening, Hillsborough, Hillsborough County, Landscape, LSpaduzzi, Master Gardener, Seed, Seed Propagation, Seed Saving, Seed Starting, Seeds, UF/IFAS Extension, Vegetable, Vegetable Gardening

Intern Spotlight: Seeing Ourselves in Our Communities with Luis Hernandez

by Stephanie Cadaval
October 5, 2026

 We're back with another intern spotlight! This summer of 2026, we were lucky enough to bring aboard two interns to learn about urban forestry and Extension in Florida. Their contributions to our programs helped us reach young people, residents, ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Forests, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching
Tags: Community Engagement, Forest Fisheries And Geomatics Sciences, School Of Forest Fisheries And Geomatics Sciences, Trees, UF-IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Urban Forestry, Urban Forestry Extension, Urban Trees

Livestock Launchpad: A Beginner’s Guide to Raising Cattle

by Kendall Gill
October 2, 2026

Welcome to a new series: Livestock Launchpad! Each month, I will be highlighting different livestock species and sharing what you need to know to get started. Whether you are new to agriculture, managing a small farm, or simply interested ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension,
Tags: Animal Science, Beef Cattle, DeSoto County, Extension Education, Livestock, SFBFP, Small Farms, UF/IFAS Extension
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Building Better Tomorrows: Raising Confident, Capable Kids

by Abbey Tharpe
October 2, 2026

Every child is learning who they are. Parents and caregivers play an important role in helping children develop a positive self-image, build confidence, and understand that they can improve through effort and practice. Building a Positive Self-Image A ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension,
Tags: 4-H, Children, Confidence In Kids, Family, Florida, Self-image, Taylor County, UF/IFAS Extension, Youth
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Shopping with the Florida Seasons

by Alicia Betancourt
September 29, 2026

Have you ever stood in the produce section and actually looked at where your food came from? I do this more often than I probably should. I’ll pick up a tomato, turn it over and look for the little sticker. Florida? Great. California? That ... READ MORE

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Tags: Buy Local Florida, Farmers Markets, FDACS, Florida Agriculture, Florida Department Of Agriculture, Florida Farmers, Florida Farmers Markets, Florida Food, Florida Fruits And Vegetables, Florida Produce, Florida Ranchers, Florida Seafood, Florida Seafood Markets, Florida-grown Food, Food Labels, Fresh From Florida, Grocery Shopping, Local Food, Seasonal Eating, Seasonal Produce, Support Local Farmers, UF/IFAS Extension
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Buyer Beware of Fake Shopping Websites

by Alicia Betancourt
September 29, 2026

The internet has made shopping more convenient than ever—but it has also opened the door for scams. Fake websites that claim to sell cheap products are increasingly common, targeting people looking for good deals. While these sites may look ... READ MORE

Category: Money Matters, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Consumer Fraud, Consumer Protection, Counterfeit Products, Credit Card Fraud, Cybersecurity, Digital Safety, Fake Shopping Websites, Fake Websites, Fraud Prevention, FTC, IC3, Identity Theft, Internet Fraud, Online Safety, Online Scams, Online Shopping Scams, Safe Online Shopping, Scam Awareness, Shopping Scams, Social Media Scams, UF/IFAS Extension
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Field Guide Face-Off Part 3: Cooter vs Slider

by Bridget Gerovac
September 25, 2026

Welcome to another installment of Field Guide Face-Off, a series I created to compare some of Florida's most commonly confused species and provide ways to tell them apart. We've spent quite a bit of time talking about and learning to identify ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Conservation, Identification, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, St. Lucie County, Turtles, UF/IFAS Extension
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Intern Spotlight: Discovering a Passion for Trees and Community with Natalie Vargas

by Stephanie Cadaval
September 23, 2026

This summer of 2026, we were lucky enough to bring aboard two interns to learn about urban forestry and Extension in Florida. Their contributions to our programs helped us reach young people, residents, and professionals, expanding our Urban ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth
Tags: Florida Urban Forestry Council, Forest, School Of Forest Fisheries And Geomatics Sciences, UF-IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Urban Forestry, Urban Forestry Extension, Urban Forestry Summit

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