There is no doubt that cattle prices are high. With added income this year, you may be considering investing some of that money instead of sending it in as taxes next April. It is important to make wise use of that money to provide years of ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock
With the COVID student loan payment pause about to end on October 1, 2023, many households are wondering how they are going to fit this into their budget. And for recent college graduates, this will be the first time they pay their loan, even ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, Work & Life
July is National Blueberry Month. Blueberries are a superfood that's perfect for summertime. These little berries are low in calories and packed with nutrients like fiber, manganese, and antioxidants that can help protect your body from damage ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
In Honor of National Nutrition Month, let’s talk about antioxidants. If you’ve ever tried to improve your diet, chances are, you’ve heard of this. An antioxidant is a substance that helps to protect the cells against damage. This damage ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
The ServSafe Manager’s class and exam session will be offered again in Pasco County at our Dade City office. ServSafe is the national food safety certification for those working, or planning to work, in the food industry. The class/exam ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Work & LifeLast year during strawberry season, did you pick a little too many strawberries? Were you looking for ways to cook and bake with them, freeze them, or finding other ways to eat them before they went bad? This year, pick as many strawberries ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Work & Life
Now that we made it 30 days past Christmas, you likely have received your latest credit card statement(s) with your holiday spending by now. If you are one of the 35% of Americans who took on holiday debt, you be may in financial stress. ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, Work & LifeBy Syreeta McDonald, Extension Intern Carbohydrates, or carbs, are an essential part of our diet. Carbs are broken down into glucose, which is the primary source of energy for our bodies. Knowing the different types of carbohydrates and how ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
We all know that stress is not good for us and leads to health problems. Stress can also be detrimental to cattle in ways we may not easily see. That is why low-stress or quiet handling of cattle is an important principle in the Beef Quality ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension
Trick Or Treat: Sweet Alternatives By Syreeta McDonald, Extension Intern For most people, October marks the beginning of the holiday season. If you celebrate Halloween, you are likely already stocking up on the seasonal candy to pass out ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life