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Family and Consumer Sciences

UF/IFAS Extension Jackson County Family & Consumer Sciences strives to provide educational programming in the areas of health and wellness, food and nutrition, and family resource management. All programs are research-based and intend to promote the building of knowledge, skills, and ultimately adoption of behavior/practices that enrich the lives of community members.


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Terri Keith
Family & Consumer Sciences Agent
850-482-9620

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Consider Equine Disaster Preparedness Ahead of Hurricane Season

Authored By:  Amanda Masholie, UF/ IFAS Extension Service Walton County With hurricane season underway, equine veterinarians and emergency managers across the Florida Panhandle are urging horse owners and...READ MORE | RELATED INFORMATION

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Senior Care in Florida: Tips for Caregivers

It’s probably no surprise that retirees are moving to Florida in large numbers every day. About 6.3 million Florida residents are over age 60. When counting only older adults, Florida is still one of the 30 most populated states. People are...READ MORE | RELATED INFORMATION

2025 Peanut Butter Challenge Wrap-Up

2025 Peanut Butter Challenge Wrap-Up

The University of Florida/IFAS Extension Peanut Butter Challenge in Jackson County has a new record! Businesses, county employees, residents, and students collected a record amount of peanut butter to help local neighbors in need. This year,...READ MORE | RELATED INFORMATION