UF/IFAS Extension
Hamilton County
The UF/IFAS Extension Hamilton County is a partnership between the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the University of Florida's Institute of Food & Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS), and the Hamilton County Board of County Commissioners.
Contact
hamilton@ufl.edu
(386) 792-1276
1143 NW US Highway 41
Jasper, FL 32052
Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Closed for Lunch
Making Healthier Convenience Food Choices
Convenience foods are foods that require little to no preparation. Although it helps when you are in a time crunch, sometimes unhealthy choices are made
10/15/2017
The Threat of Freezing Temps and Hard Cold Weather isn’t Over Yet
The threat of freezing temps and hard cold weather isn't over just yet this season. There are 5 things you should think about with this tough cold weather:
Protect yourself and those around you
12/10/2017
What's Going on Near You
UF/IFAS Extension Hamilton County Celebrates National Agriculture Day
Agriculture is a constantly changing, complex industry, striving to meet the needs and concerns of its consumers and customers. Food and fiber are essential to everyday living and we would like to salute the men and women who provide it not only to America, but the world
03/16/2018
Individual Retirement Account: Know The Facts
IRA's: What You Should Know
What is an Individual Retirement Account?
An individual retirement account (IRA) is a type of savings account that is designed to help you save for retirement and offers many advantages. There are two types of IRA accounts, traditional and ROTH
08/30/2017
Peanut Butter Challenge Fights Hunger, One Jar at a Time
We hear a lot about hunger.
You’ve no doubt seen public service announcements on television, asking you to give to charitable organizations to help feed people
10/04/2018
Money Management Help for Millennials- Part 1
What do you think of when you hear the word "millennial"? Most people will roll their eyes and sigh, because millennials are often thought of as the "lost" generation who do not have money management skills. A 2015 study by the Global Financial Literacy Excellence Center at George Washington University found that the majority of millennials don't have basic financial knowledge, and more than half aren't happy with their financial situation
09/19/2017
Herbs and Spices: Colorful and Delicious!
Herbs and spices have been used for hundreds of years in cooking and medicinal purposes. They add a wide range of flavors to food and may also provide health benefits
09/03/2017
Individual Retirement Account: Know The Facts
IRA's: What You Should Know
What is an Individual Retirement Account?
An individual retirement account (IRA) is a type of savings account that is designed to help you save for retirement and offers many advantages. There are two types of IRA accounts, traditional and ROTH
08/30/2017
Diabetes: Know the Facts
What is Diabetes?
Diabetes is a condition in which the body has difficulty making or using insulin. Insulin is a hormone that controls the amount of glucose (sugar) in our blood
08/27/2017
