Lee County Extension Office

04/29/2015

Let's Keep Our Food Safe!
http://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/familyalbum/2015/04/29/protecting-your-family-from-botulism/

By Carol Church, Writer, Family Album Reviewed by Amarat Simonne, PhD, Department of Family, Youth, and Community Sciences, University of Florida What do you know about botulism? Personally, just hearing the word makes me feel a bit nervous.

04/21/2015

BlueBell Ice Cream RECALL

Because the company was not able to pinpoint sources of contamination, the Blue Bell has issued a recall for all their products including ice cream, frozen yogurt, sherbet and frozen snacks due to risk with Listeria monocytogenes.

Provides basic facts about Listeria monocytogenes

04/16/2015

Personal Finance Webinars
Protecting Your Home Investment
April 30, 2015
12 pm - 1 pm
http://bit.ly/YHome2015

We will discuss the benefits of homeownership, importance of planning for large purchases, and maintaining & improving your home . This webinar is presented by University of Florida/IFAS Extension in partnership with Hillsborough County Extension, Lake County Extension, and Lee County Extension. Hi…

04/16/2015

It's not too early to mark your calendar for "Taste of Lee County Tropical Fruit Fair"
Saturday, June 20, 2015
Downtown Fort Myers
Come and taste a variety of tropical fruits, attend classes, purchase fruit trees, etc.

02/19/2015

Don't forget to sign up for our Financial Management Webinars!

February, 25, noon-1 pm EST
Where to Turn for Financial Advice

http://bit.ly/finpro2015

We will discuss how to evaluate different types of financial professionals, the meaning behind their professional designations, and the ways they are compensated. We will also provide resources for free, reliable and non-commercial financial information. This webinar is presented by University of Fl…

02/19/2015

Keep Moving!!

http://www.gainesville.com/article/20150218/ARTICLES/150219567/1182?Title=Chores-walking-help-cut-heart-attack-risk-UF-study-shows

You want to head off a possible heart attack? Pick up a mop. Or go get the mail. Do something, anything.

02/11/2015

It's time for the SWFL Fair!
Check out the possibilities for entering your creative projects like quilting, painting, canning, horticulture, etc.
www.swflcfair.com
Fair runs February 26 - March 8 at the Lee County Civic Center

02/10/2015

/Upcoming ServSafe Training Dates

Thursday, March 19th, 2015

For registration visit our website: http://fycs.ifas.ufl.edu/extension/hnfs/Food Safety/

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02/10/2015

Lee County Annual Urban Farm Tour
Wednesday, February 18, 2015
8am-4pm

Tour 4 Urban Farms!
Lunch Provided!
$60

To Register: Call 239-533-7421

Make Check payable to: LCEOAB

Mail Payment:
Urban Farm Tour 2015
3410 Palm Beach Blvd.
Fort Myers, FL 33916

02/10/2015

Another Upcoming Financial Management Webinar! FREE!

February 26, 12-1 pm EST
Register at http://bit.ly/faq2015

We will discuss frequently asked financial questions and expose some urban legends. We will also provide resources for free, reliable and non-commercial financial information. This webinar is presented by University of Florida/IFAS Extension in partnership with Hillsborough County Extension, Lake Co…

12/18/2014

http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fs260

Food is always an important part of holiday festivities, but holiday meals can take a turn for the worse if food safety is not properly practiced when preparing and cooking the food. The food you serve your family and friends can be very harmful if your turkey, ham, or home-prepared meat products ar…

12/09/2014

Interested in the latest on GMO's?

http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fs084

A genetically modified (GM) food or genetically modified organism (GMO) results from the use of recombinant DNA biotechnological procedures that allow the genetic makeup of a food or organism to be altered in some way. This ‘recombination’ can be accomplished by moving genes from one organism to ano…