Category: Work & Life

2026 UF/IFAS Compost Consortium

by David Hébert
February 4, 2026

Mark your calendars, composters! This spring, come to the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Compost Consortium! WHERE: Mid-Florida Research and Education Center 2725 S. Binion Road Apopka, FL 32703 WHEN: ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Coasts & Marine, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Crops, Farm Management, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Food Safety, Forests, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Lawn, Livestock, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Recreation, Turf, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching, Water, Wildlife, Work & Life
Tags: Compost, Composting, Litter, Livestock, Soil, Soil Amendment, Soil PH, UF/IFAS, Upcoming, Vegetable Garden Soil

Power Over Portions

by Tammy Barnard
August 19, 2025

Many of us are accustomed to associating large restaurant portions with greater value. Naturally, we try to recreate that same experience at home when preparing meals. Unfortunately, this habit often leads to overeating, weight gain, which then ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Balanced Nutrition, Mindful Eating, Portion Control, Reading Labels, Weight Management

Prevent the Spread of Brucellosis with Healthy Hunting Habits

by Tammy Barnard
May 27, 2025

What is Brucellosis? Brucellosis is a bacterial disease that can affect both humans and animals. It's often transmitted through contact with infected animals, their products, or through the air. It causes fever, joint pain, and fatigue. Wild ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
Tags: Brucellosis, Food Safety, Hunting, Prevent The Spread, Safety

Spring Cleaning Tips and Tidbits

by Tammy Barnard
May 9, 2025

Spring has sprung and it’s time to take part in the tradition of spring cleaning your home. You will find that the multiple benefits outweigh the time and effort spent when you find yourself feeling less stress, enjoying a better mood, not ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Management
Tags: Health And Wellness, Healthy Home, Spring Cleaning, Unclutter

Nassau County’s First Year of the 4-H Food Challenge Program

by spencerhewitt
February 13, 2025

In 2023, Nassau County 4-H hosted a Food Challenge Day Camp, introducing youth to fundamental cooking skills, including knife techniques, cross-contamination prevention, proper meat temperatures, and more. Due to the camp’s overwhelming success ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Health & Nutrition

4-H Forest Ecology SPIN Club in Nassau County, Florida

by David Hébert
August 13, 2024

Youth Forest Ecology SPIN Club in Nassau County 2024 4-H Forest Ecology Judging Team, Nassau County, Florida This club teaches curriculum from the 4-H Forest Ecology State Contest. Please reference website: https://programs.ifas.ufl.edu/florida-4-h-forest-ecology/ Club ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Relationships & Family
Tags: 4-H, Ecology, Forestry, Youth

Medicare Open Enrollment – Time to Review Your Plan

by Meg McAlpine
October 30, 2023

Medicare plans change every year. They can change how much they cost, what they cover, and which doctors and pharmacies you can use. It's important to look at your Medicare health and drug coverage and decide if you want to make any changes. ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Medicare

KEEPING YOUR FOOD SAFE THIS TAILGATING SEASON

by Meg McAlpine
September 22, 2023

Tailgating and football go hand in hand. Tailgating literally means serving food and drink from the tailgate of a car or truck. These pre-game parties often involve salads, sandwiches, and grilling food. The following tips can help protect you ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Work & Life
Tags: Food Safety, Tailgating

Original Medicare vs Medicare Advantage Plans

by Meg McAlpine
September 18, 2023

Whether you are approaching Medicare or already have Medicare, you might be wondering what is the difference between “Original Medicare,” and “Medicare Advantage Plans”? To begin, think of Original Medicare (parts A & B) as a-la-carte, ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition
Tags: Medicare, Medicare Advantage Plans

4-H Youth Emergency Team Graduates 5th Cadre

by Kelsey Irvine
December 12, 2022

On Thursday, December 1st Nassau County 4-H and Emergency Management celebrated the graduation of their 5th Youth Emergency Team (YET) cadre. Far too often in life youth are expected to follow an adult’s lead, especially in emergency situations. ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Disaster Preparation, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: 4-H, Community Resilience, Disaster Preparedness, Emergency Preparedness, Nassau County, Nassau County 4-H, YET, Youth Emergency Team

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