Specialty cut flower production is an emerging niche for growers in Taylor County, located in Florida’s Zone 9. With mild winters and a long growing season, the area is well-suited for high-value, non-traditional floriculture crops such as ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, UF/IFAS,
May is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, reducing stigma, and encouraging conversations about mental and emotional well-being. While mental health has gained more attention in recent years, many ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, , Work & Life
Each spring, Florida’s roadsides come alive with soft waves of white, pink, purple, and burgundy as annual phlox begins to bloom. These low-growing wildflowers may be small, but they create a striking display that has become a seasonal hallmark ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension,
A growing body of research in 2026 is reinforcing a message that nutrition experts have emphasized for years: small, consistent changes in diet can lead to meaningful improvements in overall health, even later in life. Recent findings tied ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension,
The UF/IFAS Taylor County Master Gardener Volunteers will hold their Annual 2026 Spring Plant Sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the Taylor County Extension office located at 203 Forest Park Dr., Perry. (Forest Capital ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension,
Now that we have adjusted our clocks for Daylight Saving Time, many people focus on the lost hour of sleep. However, the shift also brings a welcome benefit, longer evenings filled with natural light. Those extra daylight hours provide a perfect ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, , Work & Life
As winter transitions into spring, grocery stores and local markets begin to showcase a colorful shift in seasonal produce. Choosing fruits and vegetables that are “in season” not only enhances flavor and affordability but also maximizes ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension,
Floridians don’t have to wait for spring to enjoy fresh, locally grown fruit. Winter is one of Florida’s most productive fruit seasons, offering a variety of flavorful options that are as nutritious as they are delicious. Citrus fruits ... READ MORE
Category: Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension,
Each week, children in Taylor County receive nutritious food to help sustain them during weekends, school breaks, and other out-of-school periods through the Weekend Food Backpack Program, operated through the UF/IFAS Extension Service and supported ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension,
As the New Year begins, many of us make resolutions to improve our health but lasting change comes from small, sustainable habits rather than drastic overhauls. Eating well, staying active, and getting enough rest are the cornerstones of a healthier ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, , Work & Life