Category: Work & Life

A green, leafy pile of freshly washed purslane stems.

Purslane in the Garden

by Yvonne Florian
August 1, 2025

Summer vegetable-garden weeds can be a problem for gardeners.  It's too hot to check weed growth every afternoon.  And we really only have a few vegetable plants which will survive the heat of a Florida summer.  Deciding to let the garden ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Horticulture, Lawn
Tags: Eat The Weeds, Edible, Florida Foraging, Foraging, Free Vegetables, Nutrition, Pickling, Purslane, Weed Identification, Weeds, Wild Edibles
Pretty brown calf in a holding pen trying to nibble on the straw hat of a smiling woman petting the calf.

Before You “Buy the Farm”- Call Your Local Extension Office!

by Yvonne Florian
October 18, 2024

The Small and Beginning Farmers Mini Conference, recently hosted by the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Extension Indian River County office, imparted a wealth of pertinent agricultural advice ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Farm Management, Money Matters, SFYL Hot Topic
Tags: Agri-tourism, Agribusiness, Agricultural Exemption, Becoming A Farmer, Small Farms
Concrete swimming pool

Pools and Hurricanes

by Yvonne Florian
May 14, 2024

How do I prepare my Florida pool for an oncoming hurricane? In the frenzy of preparing for an impending hurricane, many of those with residential pools overlook steps needed to prepare the pool for a major storm. Following are some tips for ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Disaster Preparation, Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Money Matters, NATURAL RESOURCES, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Work & Life
Tags: After Storm Clean-up, Hurricane Pool Prep, Pool Care Before Storm, Pool Clean-up, Pool Treatment, Residential Pool, Storm Prep For Pools
Mother hen covering her chicks with her wings to protect them

Chicken Keeping and Hurricanes

by Yvonne Florian
May 10, 2024

We do our best to protect our livestock from any number of threats.  And with a limited warning-time we make decisions for our animals when facing an emergency situation such as an approaching hurricane. Learning from Survival Having ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, Livestock, SFYL Hot Topic,
Tags: Chickens, Hurricane Preparation, Keeping Chickens In Hurricane, Livestock Disaster Preparation, Prepare A Coop For Hurricane, Raising Chickens
A tabby cat hides in the leaves from a house plant

Celebrate National Pet Day Safely: A Guide to Pet-Friendly Plants and Avoiding Toxicity Risks

by Olivia Zugay
April 8, 2024

Written by Samantha Walter-Cano, Edited by Olivia Zugay April 11th marks National Pet Day, a wonderful occasion to celebrate our furry companions and raise awareness about their well-being. As we cherish our pets, it's crucial to be mindful ... READ MORE

Category: Home Landscapes, Home Management, Lawn, Work & Life
Tags: Common Plants, National Pet Day, Pet Safety, Toxic Plants
A couple grocery shopping in the produce section. UF/IFAS Photo by Tyler Jones

Love Food? Check Out “Food Check-Out Week”

by Yvonne Florian
March 1, 2024

I will admit it.  I am not really one to “celebrate” all these new week-labels we’ve added to our calendars.  But I do like food and food statistics.  When I heard about “Food Check-Out Week” I knew I had to learn more.   Food ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Fruits & Vegetables, Money Matters, SFYL Hot Topic
Tags: Birdie Hogan Farm, Farmers Markets, Fojtik Flatwoods Farm, Food Check-Out Week, Osso Bucco, Produce, Quickles, Sausage Gravy & Biscuits, Vegetables
An array of colorful fruits and vegetables lay spread on a wooden table.

New Year’s Resolution: Eating Healthier and Staying Fit

by Olivia Zugay
December 20, 2023

Written by Samantha Walter-Cano, Edited by Olivia Zugay As New Year's Eve approaches, let's discuss one of the most frequently made resolutions and ways to stay motivated in achieving it. According to various sources, the most popular New ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, , Work & Life
Tags: Eating Healthy, Exercising, Getting Fit, Healthy Fats, New Years Resolutions, Nutrition Label, Setting Goals, Staying Fit, Whole Grains
Two candy canes lay on top of a full coffee cup in the shape of a heart, next to two wrapped gifts.

Holiday Gift Guide: Spreading Joy While Supporting Indian River County Producers

by Olivia Zugay
December 8, 2023

If you're having difficulty deciding what to gift your friends and family this holiday season, we have you covered. We've curated a gift guide that not only offers great gifting ideas but also provides you with an opportunity to support local ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Relationships & Family, , Work & Life
Tags: Gifts, Gifts For The Holidays, Handmade, Honey, Indian River County Producers, Local Businesses, Local Producers, Locally Made Gifts

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