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
Fiber; Good for More Than Just the Gut
We often hear fiber is good for you or add more fiber to your diet, but what is fiber? Fiber is a form of carbohydrate found in plants, including whole grains, vegetables, and fruits. There are two types of fiber, soluble and insoluble
09/15/2021
Enhancing Your Scholarly Works Series – Electronic Data Information Source (EDIS)
In a recent in-service-training, Scholarship in Extension 2.0 Virtual Workshop, the Central District Regional Specialized Agents (RSAs) and Associate District Extension Director (DED) reviewed program development implementation and evaluation, as well as the need for a “diversified scholarship portfolio” (Adams, et al, 2005)
09/03/2021
What's Going on in Florida
Irrigation Orientation – A Webinar Series for Florida Homeowners
Are you frustrated that with all the energy and money devoted to your yard, you still have patchy turfgrass or weed spots? Or you are spending too much money to keep your grass green? Did you know.
04/20/2021
The Rural Telehealth Initiative: Lowering Barriers to Health Care
For me, a visit to the doctor can be an inconvenience. Between fighting traffic, finding a parking spot, checking in and doing time in the waiting room, I usually have to carve out an hour or more of my day, all for about 15 minutes of quality time with the doctor
08/06/2021
Summertime Picnics: Think Food Safety!
Summertime brings together friends and families outside for vacations, BBQ's, and park picnics. Through our travels and gatherings, food is a big part of it
08/11/2021
Making the Most of Mealtime
Mealtime is more than the food on the plate, it can be the opportunity to spend time together and can impact your family’s health. By eating three or more meals together in a week there is an increased chance of more balanced meals and higher consumption of fruits and vegetables
07/27/2021
Technical and Financial Assistance Available for Producers to Implement Agriculture Best Management Practices (BMPs) in Central Florida
Producers have implemented Best Management Practices (BMPs) that maintain or improve water quality, quantity, and soil conditions on their farms for many years. For the purposes of the Florida Department of Agricultural and Consumer Services (FDACS) Office of Agricultural Water Policy (OAWP) BMP program, a BMP is defined by law as a means, a practice or combination of practices determined by the coordinating agencies, based on research,
06/24/2021
Tips for Successful Summer Grilling
Grilling using charcoal or gas provides an opportunity to be outside, enjoy the sunshine, the company of others, and a variety of great food. What do you think of when you hear summer grilling? Grilling goes beyond your traditional hamburgers or hot dogs
06/22/2021
