Miami-Dade County - UF/IFAS Extension

Time 2020-10-21 02:03:16

Web Name: Miami-Dade County - UF/IFAS Extension

WebSite: http://miami-dade.ifas.ufl.edu

ID:88880

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Extension provides non-formal education and learning activities to people throughoutMiami-Dade Countyto farmers and other residents of rural communities as well as to people living in urban areas. FNPhelps people who get SNAP benefits (Food Stamps) learn better eating and physical activity habits to reduce the risk of obesity and chronic disease. Our classes are research-based and free for SNAP-eligible Floridians. The Florida 4-H program seeks to promote positive youth development, facilitate learning and engage youth in the work of their community through theUF/IFAS Extension to enhance the quality of life. COVID-19 NOTICEUF/IFAS Extension Miami-Dade County is here to help! While we are currently not open to the public, you can get the support you need via email or by calling us at 305-248-3311.We look forward to working with you, and please stay safe!UF/IFAS UPDATESUF/IFAS LOCAL EXTENSION OFFICE UPDATESAttention:UF/IFAS Extension places the highest priority on the safety and health of our community members, staff and volunteers. To help stem the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic,our office is currentlyopen to the public by appointment only and all in-person programs have been moved online. We are still here to serve you by phone or emailand you can find information for programs and contact staff members on this web site. UF/IFAS ExtensionMiami-Dade County The UF/IFAS Extension Miami-Dade County is the liaison between research conducted by scientists at the University of Florida and other universities and our local community. Trending NowCoronavirus Safety Fact Sheets for WorkersI have received several questions regarding what to do if you have employees or work with others during this Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in agricultural operations and related businesses.While there is plenty of information about how the virus work, how to protect yourself and others, etc04/03/2020 2020 Atlantic Hurricane Season OutlookForecasters at NOAA's Climate Prediction Center are predicting an above-normal hurricane season!An above-normal 2020 Atlantic hurricane season is expected, according to forecasters with NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center. The outlook predicts a 60% chance of an above-normal season, a 30% chance of a near-normal season and only a 10% chance of a below-normal season06/12/2020 What's Going on Near You COVID-19 and UF/IFAS ExtensionUpdated 03/16/20As we continue to monitor COVID-19 in Florida, I wanted to take a moment to update our UF/IFAS Extension community about our current status, best practices and next steps.Please call your local UF/IFAS Extension office or view the local update page for the most up to date information on your03/15/2020 Agriculture Businesses during Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemicI received some questions from growers about agriculture compliance during Coronavirus pandemicAs today, April 2 of 2020. I summarized the following informationCoronavirus Emergency Order 07-20 BusinessesEssential Businesses which may remain openBelow is a fraction of the whole document04/02/2020 Lynnette Jean Named Family Nutrition Program Associate DirectorBy Stella HarbilasLynnette Jean has been named the new associate director for the UF/IFAS Extension Family Nutrition Program. She began her official duties July 10, 2020“My focus in leading the Family Nutrition Program is on leveraging our strengths and expertise with those of our community partners,” said Jean10/12/2020Keeping your workers and customers safe against COVID-19Sanitation in your workplaceWe know that agricultural operations and workers are essential. But now that we might enter a "new normal" phase where we still have to practice sanitation while opening businesses like plant nurseries, farms, gardens to customers05/12/2020 At Home Sugar ChallengeDo you know how much sugar you eat and drink every day?  I don’t just mean the spoonful’s you put in your coffee or tea in the morning or the soda you drink at lunch and dinner.  I’m talking about “hidden” added sugars04/03/2020 View All Upcoming EventsAgriculture Businesses during Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemicI received some questions from growers about agriculture compliance during Coronavirus pandemicAs today, April 2 of 2020. I summarized the following informationCoronavirus Emergency Order 07-20 BusinessesEssential Businesses which may remain openBelow is a fraction of the whole document04/02/2020 The Carambola—A Fruit of PlentyThe carambola, Averrhoa carambola, is an easily managed tropical fruit tree that can often push out two full crops of fruit per year without skipping a beat. The two crops usually come between the months of June through February01/09/2020More Articles »

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University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Extension outreach is a partnership between state, federal, and county governments to provide scientific knowledge and expertise to the public. The University of Florida (UF), together with Florida A&M University (FAMU), administers the Florida Cooperative Extension Service.

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