With temperatures soaring and the heat index in the triple digits, it’s time to make sure you are staying hydrated. Water is the best choice for hydration, while you also can get fluids from milk, fruits, and vegetables. How much water ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
A slice of juicy watermelon hits the spot on a hot summer day. A member of the squash and gourd family, watermelon is loaded with lycopene, an antioxidant which gives the melon that bright red color. Other nutrients include the amino acid ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, WORK & LIFE
Nothing brightens up my day like a colorful flower and one of the simplest ones to grow is the sunflower! Standing tall in the garden, these sentinels of summer come in a wide range of sizes and colors that I had not realized until I started ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture
Now that we are officially in Hurricane Season (June1-November 30), it’s time to make sure we are prepared. At the top of the list is planning meals for you and your family. Many people grab snack-type foods, such as crackers, cookies, ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
“Attract Wildlife” is Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Principle #5 and one of my favorite garden visitors to entice and observe is the hummingbird. These tiny bundles of energy can fly in just about any direction to access nectar; antics ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, Wildlife
On Thursday, June 11, 2026, UF/IFAS Extension Washington County will host Managing Unwanted Plants in Rights of Way and Aquatic Sites. The class has been approved for a total of 4 FL Pesticide Applicator CEUs. The CEUs may be used for license ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Events, Farm Management, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Turf, UF/IFAS Extension
Next to ensuring your family’s safety and well-being during a hurricane, having a game plan to protect your largest investment – your home and property – is essential in preparing for a major storm or other disaster. Many of these tasks ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Home Management, UF/IFAS Extension
Do you know what your home insurance covers? How about levels of coverage or exclusions? If you’re not sure, now is a good time to take a look at your homeowner’s or renter’s policy. Hurricane season potentially increases the likelihood ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Money Matters
Summer rain and high temperatures are welcome conditions to promote growth of crops and landscape plants, but the same conditions are ideal for a dangerous arachnid hiding in vegetation. There are numerous species of ticks that inhabit Northwest ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Pests & Disease
Attention all watermelon growers, commercial producers to backyard gardeners. As melons ripen and harvest season gets here don’t forget to enter a few of your biggest and best in the Big Melon Contest at the Panhandle Watermelon Festival. ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Fruits & Vegetables, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture