GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- As we sit down to dine during the annual Thanksgiving feast, it’s worth noting that much of what we eat comes from Florida farmers, say University of Florida researchers. Better still, scientists with the UF Institute ... READ MORE
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GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- Pass the guacamole: July 31 is National Avocado Day, a good time to celebrate the traits of another delicious, nutrient-packed food and Florida crop, say University of Florida experts. While some people simply love the ... READ MORE
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Click here for video: https://www.facebook.com/pg/UFIFASNews/videos/?ref=page_internal – GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- Today starts National Strawberry Month, a time to reflect on the history of this sweet, nutrition-packed fruit that ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTUREPlease see caption below story. GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Extension faculty want to help you relieve some pressure – in this case, by lowering your blood pressure. What better ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFEGAINESVILLE, Fla. --- Dig in! Dec. 3 marks the second annual day for “Dining In” for Healthy Families across the United States, and UF/IFAS Extension faculty are encouraging everyone to enjoy a nutritious meal with those close to them, ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, WORK & LIFEGAINESVILLE, Fla. --- For some, Thanksgiving means more than gobbling turkey and watching football. It’s the season of giving thanks and giving back to the community. Many faculty, staff and students at the University of Florida Institute ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFEGAINESVILLE, Fla. --- Get the latest and greatest information on how to control your cancer risks through a new online UF/IFAS Extension program. Linda Bobroff, professor of nutrition and health in the Department of Family, Youth and Community ... READ MORE
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