UF/IFAS Extension
Gadsden County
Operating as part of the University’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, Extension serves each of the state’s sixty-seven counties by providing information and conducting educational programs on issues such as sustainable agriculture, competitiveness in world markets, natural resource cons
Contact
gadsden@ifas.ufl.edu
850-875-7255
2140 W. Jefferson Street
Quincy, FL 32351
Hours
Monday - Friday
8am - 5pm
Plant-Based Meat Alternatives
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences
To meat or not to meat? That is the question.
Over the last couple of years, plant-based meat alternatives have become increasingly popular
11/10/2020
A Healthy Table: Virtual Cooking School
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, many of us have turned to cooking more meals at home. Preparing meals and eating at home has many benefits
02/02/2021
What's Going on Near You
Wakulla Extension 4-H Welcomes Haley Bare!
The UF/IFAS Wakulla Extension welcomes Haley Bare as the new 4-H Program Assistant. Bare will work with 4-H Agent Dr
01/19/2021
Peanut Butter is a Healthy Snack
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences
One of the most versatile, nutritious, and shelf-stable foods out there is peanut butter. Thought to be first invented by the Inca in ancient times, a version of peanut butter was developed in the United States in 1895 by Dr
09/24/2020
Stand Up & Holler for Extension on Gator Nation Giving Day
Thursday, February 18 is Gator Nation Giving Day, when University of Florida alumni, students, faculty, staff, families and friends worldwide all get a chance to Stand Up & Holler.
We might have to use our inside voices when hollering this year, as Gator Nation Giving Day will be a virtual event
02/12/2021
Breathe Into the New Year
Guess what, guys? We made it! We have finally put 2020 behind us and are now looking forward to 2021. I, for one, am hopeful
01/15/2021
Save Time and Money This Thanksgiving
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences
It has often felt like time has dragged on in 2020, but despite all the challenges, time has continued to march on, and that means the holiday season is right around the corner. Thanksgiving is fast approaching; November 26th will be here before we know it
11/12/2020
Peanut Butter is a Healthy Snack
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences
One of the most versatile, nutritious, and shelf-stable foods out there is peanut butter. Thought to be first invented by the Inca in ancient times, a version of peanut butter was developed in the United States in 1895 by Dr
09/24/2020
Steam Canning Safety Tips
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences
Over the last several months, as you’ve learned to adjust to the restrictions of the COVID-19 pandemic, you may have become more interested in producing and preserving your own food. Home food preservation, more specifically canning, has grown in popularity in recent years, and if done correctly, can be a great way to stock up on healthy and delicious fruits,
08/06/2020