UF/IFAS Extension
Franklin County
The UF/IFAS Extension, Franklin County, is a Federal-State-County partnership dedicated to developing knowledge in agriculture, human and natural resources and the life sciences, and enhancing and sustaining the quality of human life by making that information accessible.
Contact
Franklin@ifas.ufl.edu
850-653-9337
33 Market Street
Apalachicola, FL 32320
Hours
Monday - Friday
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Deck the Halls Safely this Christmas
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences
One of the most iconic symbols of the holidays here in Wakulla County and around the world is the Christmas tree. Each year, millions of people set up and decorate their tree with a variety of colorful lights and ornaments
12/02/2019
Tea for Me, Please
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences
For me, there is nothing better than a hot cup of tea on a chilly morning – or any morning, really. The rich flavor and fragrant steam work together to perk me up and help me get ready to take on the day
01/14/2020
What's Going on Near You
UPCOMING WORKSHOP: Cheese Making
CLASS: Cheese Making Workshop
DATE: February 29, 2020
TIME: 9am - 12pm
LOCATION: Wakulla County Extension, 84 Cedar Ave., Crawfordville
COST: $20/person (cash or check only)
Learn how to make your own ricotta or mozzarella cheese right in your own kitchen! Take home a batch of fresh cheese to enjoy
01/10/2020
Dine In on December 3rd
Make the pledge to Dine In on Tuesday, December 3rd. Dine In for better health – physical, social, and cultural
11/29/2019
UF Students Compete as Finalists in National Product Development Baking Competition
A team of University of Florida food science and human nutrition graduate students have been selected as one of three college groups to compete as finalists for the nation’s most prominent scholarship competition for students pursuing careers in food technology and science, baking and culinary arts.
The students will compete in the final round of the American Society of Baking (ASBE) Product Development Competition on March 1, 2020 at
01/16/2020
New Year’s Savings Tips
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences
The beginning of a new year is a traditional time for setting new goals for ourselves. Two of the most common types of goals we set for our New Year’s resolutions are health goals and money goals
01/08/2020
3 Creative Ways to Use Leftover Wrapping Paper
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences
Christmas morning can be a time of joy and excitement for many of us as we spend time with family and friends, exchange gifts, share a meal, watch Christmas movies, and maybe even sing a carol or two. However, it can also be a time of chaos as the floor disappears beneath an avalanche of wrapping paper, ribbon, and bows
12/10/2019
Dine In on December 3rd
Make the pledge to Dine In on Tuesday, December 3rd. Dine In for better health – physical, social, and cultural
11/29/2019
How to Use a Food Thermometer
You can’t tell by looking if your food is done cooking. Using a food thermometer not only ensures your food is properly cooked to reduce the risk of harmful bacteria, but it also prevents overcooking
11/22/2019
