It’s Chestnut Season!
The American chestnut tree, (Genus: Castanea dentata, Species: C. sativa, Family: Fagaceae) is a large monoecious deciduous tree. This big, beautiful tree provides green shade in the summer, a stunning display of fall foliage, and a spinney cupule (bur) that holds and...
It’s Not Too Late to Get the Flu Vaccine
Protect your family and yourself against the flu with the flu vaccine and diligent personal hygiene. Photo credit: Melanie Taylor, UF/IFAS Extension. The 2022 flu season is running at full speed and many of us will be spending more time inside due to colder...
WOW! Your Guests with Holiday Baking
Holidays are truly worth celebrating! And baked goodies are but just one way many families observe not just the holiday but family traditions and what is special. Baking favorite treats can become a family holiday tradition.Photo source: Heidi Copeland, UF/IFAS...
Persimmons: Food of the Gods
Persimmons are a versatile fruit. Photo source: Heidi Copeland, UF/IFAS Extension Leon County Have you ever tried a persimmon? Persimmons belong to the genus Diospyros. The name Diospyros is derived from the Greek Dio (divine), and the Pyros (grain), accurately...
Caution: Holiday Ahead!
Caution! Holidays may be hazardous, particularly when it comes to the waistline. (Forethought and forbearance now will pay dividends for your health in the new year.) Simple foods can be delicious and healthier. UF/IFAS Photo by Tyler Jones Often, people...
Meet Jefferson County’s New Family and Consumer Sciences Agent
Melanie had a blast teaching kids about building a healthy plate at the 2022 Sunbelt Ag Expo in Moultrie, GA.Photo source: Kendra Hughson My name is Melanie Southerland, and I am the Family and Consumer Sciences Agent for Jefferson County. I started in my position on...
Have You Ever Thought About Entering Baked Goods in the North Florida Fair?
Every year, King Arthur Baking Company hosts baking contests in every corner of the country at county, regional, and state fairs. The North Florida Fair is no exception - King Arthur Baking Company is hosting a baking contest with cool prizes. The name...
Meet Gulf County’s New 4-H Youth Development and Family & Consumer Sciences Agent
My name is Anitra Mayhann, and I am excited to be Gulf County’s new 4-H Youth Development and Family & Consumer Sciences Agent. I started my position with UF/IFAS Extension Gulf County on August 8th. I grew up in Monticello, Florida on an 80-acre horse & black...
September is Food Safety Education Month
Keeping your family’s food safe is critical for our health - that’s why September is designated as Food Safety Education Month. Foodborne illness can occur when we eat contaminated food. In order to keep our food safe, we must follow safe food handling methods when...
It’s Okay to Talk About It
WARNING: This article describes the signs, symptoms, and statistics of mental health challenges, particularly suicide, which may be triggering or unsuitable for some readers. Reader discretion advised. The United States is currently experiencing a mental health...