UF/IFAS Extension
Lake County
UF/IFAS Extension Lake County is a partnership between State, Federal, and Lake County government for the purpose of providing scientific knowledge and expertise to the public.
Contact
lake@ifas.ufl.edu
(352)-343-4101
1951 Woodlea Rd.
Tavares, FL 32778
Hours
Monday - Friday
8am - 5pm
Closing Your Seasonal Home
By Mia Wilchcombe, Family and Consumer Science Agent
With winter ending, many of our seasonal residents will be leaving soon. Properly preparing your home before you leave can alleviate problems when you return
10/11/2017
Local Fruit in Season
Now that spring has arrived, many are wondering what local fruits are in season. In Florida, it’s berry season
04/19/2018
What's Going on Near You
Reducing Sodium in Your Diet
Do you want to limit your intake of sodium but don’t know how? Too much sodium in the diet can lead to high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease. On average, Americans consume 3,400 milligrams or more of sodium per day
02/10/2018
Protect Your Skin
By Mia Wilchcombe, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent
Most people want to have beautiful, radiant, and wrinkle-free skin but do not understand the damage that occur regularly due to external factors. Sunlight, pollution, hygiene practices, tanning beds, chemicals, smoking, and your diet can all affect the health of your skin and potentially lead to skin cancer
10/11/2017
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
Healthy Cooking for 1 or 2
By Mia Wilchcombe, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent
Perhaps you’re single, a college student, widowed, or empty-nesters. Cooking for one or two people can be difficult
10/22/2017
Health Benefits of Gardening
By Mia Wilchcombe, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent
In addition to providing nutritious fruits and vegetables, gorgeous landscaping and beautiful flowers for decoration, gardening offers a variety of health benefits. Fall is the perfect time to dig deep into the soil and start reaping all of the rewards that gardening can bring
10/15/2017
Protect Your Skin
By Mia Wilchcombe, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent
Most people want to have beautiful, radiant, and wrinkle-free skin but do not understand the damage that occur regularly due to external factors. Sunlight, pollution, hygiene practices, tanning beds, chemicals, smoking, and your diet can all affect the health of your skin and potentially lead to skin cancer
10/11/2017
Key Steps for Disaster Planning
By: Mia Wilchcombe, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent
As Floridians, it’s important to realize that a natural disaster or other potential emergencies can occur at any time. Everyone should be prepared and develop an emergency plan, disaster kit, and know where to go if an evacuation is needed
08/18/2017
