A healthy diet consists of eating plenty of fruits and vegetables, but some of the chemicals that are often used by produce farmers to help control bugs, fungi, and weeds raise concerns when it comes to your health.

Most locations in North Florida have surpassed last year's number of chill hours needed at or below 45 degrees throughout the winter to produce spring growth.

Canning is a great way to preserve produce that you have grown or bought at a farmer’s market. The key with home canning is that it has to be done safely and correctly. Chef Shelli from The Sweet Spot & Urban Lounge is here to tell you how to can your food so it will last. To learn more head to sweetspoturbanlounge.com.