Documentation is key for reimbursement following a natural disaster. If there is a USDA-FSA program to support farmers' and ranchers' recovery efforts, it will be required that all expenses and efforts are documented. Purchase and Work Documentation ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation
Snacks can be a great way to help you get the nutrients you need to stay healthy. The key is to choose foods that are rich in vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients so you can get the most “bang” for your nutrition buck. The next time you ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
You may have heard something in the news about a Trump Account (TA) and wondered what it’s all about. Established by the 2025 One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), Trump Accounts are a type of individual retirement account (IRA) for beneficiaries ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
With temperatures soaring and the heat index in the triple digits, it’s time to make sure you are staying hydrated. Water is the best choice for hydration, while you also can get fluids from milk, fruits, and vegetables. How much water ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFEAs concerns continue to grow over the threat of New World screwworm, UF/IFAS Extension Holmes County is partnering with UF/IFAS Extension Walton and Escambia Counties to offer a free educational webinar to help pet owners prepare, recognize ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Home Management, Livestock, Pests & Disease, Relationships & Family
A slice of juicy watermelon hits the spot on a hot summer day. A member of the squash and gourd family, watermelon is loaded with lycopene, an antioxidant which gives the melon that bright red color. Other nutrients include the amino acid ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, WORK & LIFE
Next to ensuring your family’s safety and well-being during a hurricane, having a game plan to protect your largest investment – your home and property – is essential in preparing for a major storm or other disaster. Many of these tasks ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Home Management, UF/IFAS Extension
Spring has sprung and you may feel the urge to give your home a deep cleaning. The American Cleaning Institute finds that 80% of us are doing some type of deep cleaning this spring so you are not alone. Deep cleaning your home after winter gives ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension
It’s probably no surprise that retirees are moving to Florida in large numbers every day. About 6.3 million Florida residents are over age 60. When counting only older adults, Florida is still one of the 30 most populated states. People are ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, WORK & LIFE
Springtime brings warmer weather and festive occasions like Easter, Passover, and graduations. And what's a spring celebration without eggs? From cooking all the traditional recipes to preparing for the annual egg hunt, it's important to handle ... READ MORE
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