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Florida's Commodities at a glance
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this map (653KB)
This map of Florida shows the regions where various commodities are produced or harvested,
including citrus, field crops, fruit, vegetables, nursery, livestock, shellfish, seafood, forest,
alligator, and ornamental fish. Map also shows the soil conditions -- clay, sand, muck and coral --
of the various growing regions of the state.
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Fresh-2-U Report Card
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the report card (623KB)
The Fresh-2-U program promotes positive eating habits among children by encouraging them to
try 20 different fresh produce items with the goal of eating five servings of fresh fruits and
vegetables per day. Parents and children can use this Report Card to log their progress in trying
two different fresh fruits or vegetables each month, from September through June.
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Fresh-2-U Kids Nutrition Coloring Book
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this coloring book (1.6MB)
This book contains coloring pages, information about fresh fruits and vegetables, puzzles,
nutritional information and recipes. |
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Kids Kitchen Cookbook
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this cookbook (870KB)
Children ages 7 to 17 will have fun learning their way around the kitchen with this cooking and
recipe booklet, which is designed for kids and their parents to use together. The cooking guide
contains: a glossary of kitchen and cooking terms; explanations of how and when to use various
cooking tools; cooking fundamentals; tips on safety and cleanliness; and seasonal availability of
fresh Florida fruits and vegetables. Once they have explored the basics of cooking, children and
their parents can try out the book's 23 "kid-friendly" breakfast, lunch and dinner recipes. |
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Xtreme Cuisine Kids Cooking School Brochure
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this brochure (1MB)
This brochure helps children and parents learn how to make fun and nutritious
snacks using healthy ingredients. Included is information about: nutrition; the
pitfalls of junk food; recommended calorie intake for different age groups;
antioxidants and minerals; serving sizes; whole grains; how to read food labels;
and quick snack recipes. |
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Fuel Up And Get Fit Brochure
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this brochure (1.4MB)
There are many things you can do to get in shape. But eating healthy foods and exercising are two of the best. If you do these things, you will be more likely to consume and burn the correct number of calories for your age and gender and maintain a healthy weight. But don’t go by calories alone. We also need to eat food that provides the most nutrition (fuel to keep us going). Healthy foods include fruit and vegetables, whole grains, milk products, lean meats, beans, nuts and other protein choices. This brochure features healthy and fun activities and snacks for kids and teenagers. |
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Florida Agriculture Trivia Flash Cards
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this brochure (3MB)
This set of 11 flash cards is an excellent teaching tool for teachers. There are multiple-choice questions about several of the Florida-grown products that help make up the state's important agriculture industry. Have fun testing your knowledge about Florida agriculture!
Play the Ag-Trivia Flash Card Game Online
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Hispanic Traditions and Good Health (in English)
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this brochure (160KB)
Cultural factors, including traditional diets and exercise habits, can increase obesity among some
minority groups, including Hispanics. The key to a better diet is to seek ways to incorporate
healthy ingredients into traditional foods. By blending Florida produce in with traditional Latin
cuisine, meals can become healthier. Starchy foods can be balanced with lighter vegetable dishes
and still allow dishes to reflect cultural preferences. The goal is not to abandon tradition but to
enhance it the healthy way. |
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Hispanic Traditions and Good Health (in Spanish)
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this brochure (229KB)
Cultural factors, including traditional diets and exercise habits, can increase obesity among some
minority groups, including Hispanics. The key to a better diet is to seek ways to incorporate
healthy ingredients into traditional foods. By blending Florida produce in with traditional Latin
cuisine, meals can become healthier. Starchy foods can be balanced with lighter vegetable dishes
and still allow dishes to reflect cultural preferences. The goal is not to abandon tradition but to
enhance it the healthy way. |
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How to Get Your Kids to Eat Right Brochure
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this brochure (841KB)
It doesn't have to be a battle to get kids to join the "5 A Day For Better Health Program" by
eating five or more servings of fruits and vegetables. This brochure shows how to make it fun,
make it quick, and make it easy. |
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