It has now been a year since Hurricane Ian made landfall in Florida. That means that as we enter October, we shouldn’t let our guard down, as we are still in the peak of hurricane season. When a hurricane strikes, there are many precautions ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Food Safety, Work & Life
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 & LifeJuly 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
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 & LifeWhile it’s good to stock up now on nonperishable food, do you know what to do with your current refrigerated food before the storm hits? Perishable food becomes compromised during a power outage after a certain amount of time. ... READ MORE
Category: Crops, Food Safety, Work & Life