UF/IFAS Extension
Madison County
The Madison County Extension Service is a partnership between the University of Florida, USDA and Madison County. Three main program focus areas are Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences, and 4-H Youth Development
Contact
madison@ifas.ufl.edu
(850) 973-4138
184 NW College Loop
Madison, FL 32340
Hours
Monday - Friday
8am - 5pm
Eating Healthy on the Go
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences
Too Busy to Eat Healthy? Nonsense!
The key to eating healthy on the go is planning ahead. With proper planning, it is easy to incorporate healthy food choices into a hectic lifestyle
09/16/2019
3 Creative Ways to Use Leftover Wrapping Paper
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences
Christmas morning can be a time of joy and excitement for many of us as we spend time with family and friends, exchange gifts, share a meal, watch Christmas movies, and maybe even sing a carol or two. However, it can also be a time of chaos as the floor disappears beneath an avalanche of wrapping paper, ribbon, and bows
12/10/2019
What's Going on Near You
Wakulla 4-H Shooting Sports Club Organized for Youth Success
4-H Shooting Sports Club Meeting
Crawfordville. Florida – Wakulla 4-H held the first meeting of the 2018-19 program year on Tuesday, September 18 at the UF/IFAS Wakulla Extension Office in Crawfordville
10/01/2018
Pumpkins are the Stars of Autumn
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences
Now that it is finally starting to feel like autumn here in north Florida, I have begun to see more and more fall-themed decorations. While the leaves may not change color as much as they do farther north, we do have easy access to another autumn staple: pumpkins
10/23/2019
CALS Graduating Student Profile: Marlena Moore
Marlena Moore always wanted to be a part of agriculture. With an affinity for numbers, majoring in food and resource economics was a perfect fit
12/11/2019
Deck the Halls Safely this Christmas
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences
One of the most iconic symbols of the holidays here in Wakulla County and around the world is the Christmas tree. Each year, millions of people set up and decorate their tree with a variety of colorful lights and ornaments
12/02/2019
5 Ways to Give Thanks this Thanksgiving
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences
Thanksgiving Day is just around the corner and along with the food, family, and football, it is a time to give thanks for the things we are grateful for. While this activity does not need to be exclusive to Thanksgiving, we often make a special effort to share our thanks and spread our gratitude on this particular day each year
11/20/2019
Pumpkins are the Stars of Autumn
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences
Now that it is finally starting to feel like autumn here in north Florida, I have begun to see more and more fall-themed decorations. While the leaves may not change color as much as they do farther north, we do have easy access to another autumn staple: pumpkins
10/23/2019
Ancient Grains Explained
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences
There are always a number of nutritional trends out there, with a new one emerging nearly every day. Some of the more recent trends include the increased consumption of “superfoods” such as acai berries, pomegranate juice, and kale
10/09/2019
