UF/IFAS Lake County Extension

UF/IFAS Lake County Extension Lake County Extension is a cooperative program between University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences and Lake County Government.

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Welcome to week 3 of our Reset and Refresh campaign. Trade the sugary snacks for something your body actually thanks you...
06/15/2026

Welcome to week 3 of our Reset and Refresh campaign. Trade the sugary snacks for something your body actually thanks you for. When you choose snacks with water, fiber, and vitamins and minerals, you help manage your blood sugar, and support hydration! Fuel smart to feel your best.

Explore cooking science with UF/IFAS Lake County FCS Extension Agent Lori Johnson at the Eustis Memorial Library on Frid...
06/11/2026

Explore cooking science with UF/IFAS Lake County FCS Extension Agent Lori Johnson at the Eustis Memorial Library on Friday, June 26th!

Class for grades 1st-5th is at 11:00am.

Class for grades 6th-12th is at 2:00pm.

The programs are FREE!
Register today by calling the Eustis Memorial Library at:
(352) 357-0896

Learn how to safely preserve food through the pressure canning process!• Hands-on • Create your own jar of preserved car...
06/09/2026

Learn how to safely preserve food through the pressure canning process!

• Hands-on
• Create your own jar of preserved carrots to take home
• Informative lecture
• All materials included

Date: July 23rd
Time: 1:00pm-3:30pm OR 6:00pm-8:30pm
Cost: $15

Registration:

Day Class: https://bit.ly/4xkxkFG

Evening Class: https://bit.ly/4gaXIvD

Welcome to week 2 of our Reset and Refresh campaign. A quick reset can lower stress hormones, sharpen focus, and boost m...
06/08/2026

Welcome to week 2 of our Reset and Refresh campaign. A quick reset can lower stress hormones, sharpen focus, and boost mood! Take 60 seconds today to breathe, pause and refresh your system, your brain will thank you.

School is out and we are kicking off our summer with a new 4 week campaign: Reset and Refresh! We're starting this week ...
06/01/2026

School is out and we are kicking off our summer with a new 4 week campaign: Reset and Refresh! We're starting this week with one of the most underrated wellness habits: drinking enough water. Hydration is not only about quenching thirst, its a powerhouse that affects nearly every system in the body. Water boosts brain performance effecting memory, mood and concentration. Water is essential for digestion, and using the vitamins and minerals from the foods we eat. Sweating and circulation rely on hydration to stay cool in this Florida heat. It's time to reset our routines and refresh our bodies, one sip at a time. Share your favorite infused-water combo or hydration tip below.

Looking for ways to increase your carotenoids,  learn about their health benefits and where you can find them? Check out...
05/26/2026

Looking for ways to increase your carotenoids, learn about their health benefits and where you can find them? Check out this delicious recipe video to learn more :

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

Congratulations to our very own Lori Johnson, Family and Consumer Science Agent (FCS) for being awarded the Mary Harriso...
05/15/2026

Congratulations to our very own Lori Johnson, Family and Consumer Science Agent (FCS) for being awarded the Mary Harrison Award at our recent Florida Cooperative Extension Summit. This award is given to an outstanding FCS agent that has shown high-quality outcomes and impacts for a program they have developed and implemented. Lori has partnered with Great Scott Farms for the past 5 years delivering fun, engaging and impactful farm-to-table learning opportunities. Through these programs participants have consumed more fruits and veggies, supported local farming, decreased food waste, tried healthier cooking methods and improved overall health.

Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin providing the body support in blood clotting and bone health. You may have heard of V...
05/11/2026

Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin providing the body support in blood clotting and bone health. You may have heard of Vitamin K and Vitamin K2, so what’s the difference? Check out this quick blog to learn more:

Email 0 Facebook 0 Twitter 0 Reddit 0 X Linkedin 0 Stumbleupon 0 Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin providing the body support in blood clotting and bone health. You may have heard of Vitamin K and Vitamin K2, so what’s the difference? Vitamin K1 supports blood clotting; where Vitamin K2 helps in ...

Join us for our next class on zucchini! Participate in a planting activity to take home and sample a delicious recipe! E...
05/07/2026

Join us for our next class on zucchini! Participate in a planting activity to take home and sample a delicious recipe! Each class provides history, practical growing and cooking tips that you don't want to miss. See the flyer below for more details and reserve your spot at https://greatscottfarms.ticketspice.com/timless-taste-spring-2026

Stronger bones, better energy, healthier heart — it all starts with the right minerals. This quick guide shows you the m...
05/05/2026

Stronger bones, better energy, healthier heart — it all starts with the right minerals. This quick guide shows you the minerals your body needs and the foods that deliver them. Easy meals, everyday ingredients, big benefits.

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1951 Woodlea Road
Tavares, FL
32778

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+13523434101

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