UF/IFAS GLOBAL BLOGS
The coronavirus disease has impacted everyone. Many of us are doing things differently, from social distancing, working remotely, transitioning to distance learning, or filing for unemployment. These things have become our reality and our new way of living… Read More
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — With agriculture and marine industries occupying a large portion of Florida’s economy, the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) wants to better understand how measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19… Read More
The Jackson County Extension Service is excited to welcome Terri Keith as the new Family and Consumer Sciences Agent. Keith will be providing science-based information from the University of Florida to help Jackson County citizens make wise choices… Read More
By: Rhett Register Florida Sea Grant is maintaining a curated list of disaster assistance options for Florida’s coastal businesses disrupted by COVID-19. The list contains links to details about well- and lesser-known options and includes “quick takeaway” overviews… Read More
The stimulus checks from the CARES Act have begun hitting Floridian bank accounts. As exciting as this is for all of us, it is also a time to think about what should I do with this money? Of… Read More
Trees add value to our communities. But our recent windy weather serves as a good reminder that storm season is just around the corner. Given the large size attained by some trees, they can become hazardous to people… Read More
COVID-19 has impacted families across the world. With so much information circulating about the virus, it is important to know the facts. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), COVID-19 can be spread by touching contaminated surfaces and… Read More
With the Coronavirus pandemic disrupting operations for businesses, including agribusinesses, government and industry have developed new resources to support business owners and their employees. Below is a resource list, including information on available aid, state and federal requirements… Read More
During the pandemic, many of our local producers have had difficulty finding outlets to sell their produce, while distributors, institutional buyers, food banks, and others may need produce. Listed below are opportunities that may be of help now… Read More
What will happen to your family if you: Lose your job? Get sick? Have an emergency? Most of us are very good at planning for our future, but we often don’t think about the “what if’s?” We prepare… Read More
