Did you know the average American child will eat 1,500 peanut butter and jelly sandwiches before graduating high school? Or the average U.S. adult or child consumes three pounds of peanut butter annually? That’s a lot of peanut butter! In ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
We are blessed with an abundance of food in our country, but did you know that 40% of food in the United States is never eaten? How can we avoid food waste? September 28-October 4 is Food Waste Prevention Week. Check out these tips for reducing ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension
Snacks can be a great way to help you get the nutrients you need to stay healthy. The key is to choose foods that are rich in vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients so you can get the most “bang” for your nutrition buck. The next time you ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
In the ag world the term regenerative garners a lot of attention these days; but what does it really mean? While a specific definition for regenerative remains elusive, there seems to be some general consensus that it all boils ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Events, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension
You may have heard something in the news about a Trump Account (TA) and wondered what it’s all about. Established by the 2025 One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), Trump Accounts are a type of individual retirement account (IRA) for beneficiaries ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
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
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
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 ExtensionAs is the case every Spring, a great percentage of the calls I have received recently relate to managing pasture weeds with herbicides. There is a lot to consider when formulating a weed management plan. The subsequent sections of this post ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension