Every December, the Suwannee County 4-H hosts its annual Holiday Bake-Off for members to show off their best seasonal recipes. There are ten categories for entries which include cakes, cupcakes, candies, cookies, pies, appetizers, brownies, ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Events
Diabetes in a condition that affects how the body manages blood sugar. When blood sugar levels are not managed well, it can lead to short-term and long-term diabetes complications. These complications can affect various organs and body systems ... READ MORE
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Hay production is a major crop in Suwannee County. Tuesday October 17th, 2023, two of our outstanding hay producers were recognized at the 2023 Sunbelt Ag Expo for their submission of hay samples into the Southeastern Hay Contest. Doug Carter ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, UF/IFAS Extension
Vegetarian Awareness Month is celebrated in October of every year and serves to promote awareness of vegetarianism and its associated benefits. With the growing popularity of plant-based diets, there's a natural curiosity among individuals about ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition,
I grew up in restaurants, I love to cook, and I teach commercial food safety. On a recent webinar explaining the most current food code updates, I learned that frozen foods are not created equally. Did you know that if a commercially prepared ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, UF/IFAS Extension, , Work & Life
Being involved in 4-H allows various opportunities for youth to be engaged, it allows them the opportunity to explore careers, express ideas, and allows them to develop life skills. Through the involvement in 4-H, members are able serve on the ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension
Volunteers! The success of the UF/IFAS Suwannee County’s Quilt in a Week camp could not have happened without a lot of amazing volunteers to help. A big shout out to: Cathy Rogers, Jane Corless, Denise Suits, Lois Scheer, Anda Chance, Sheila ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Community Volunteers, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Each year, a substantial number of adults in the United States become seriously ill, leading to hospitalization, all due to illnesses that could have been easily prevented through vaccination. This is in part why we celebrate National Immunization ... READ MORE
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Flies are a nuisance, but did you know they can also transmit 60 disease causing microorganisms to humans?? Nobody wants intestinal diseases like dysentery and diarrhea. We don’t always make a differentiation between filth flies. There ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Home Management, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension,
With the recent high temperatures, it's important to prioritize hydration and water intake for a healthy and enjoyable summer. According to the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, men should consume about 15.5 cups of ... READ MORE
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