Category: Natural Resources
Plastic Soup
August 30, 2021
Virtually all of the plastic ever produced has been created since WWII. Prior to that, plastic products and packaging as we know them did not exist. Products made from plastic dominate our lives, and in many ways have improved the quality ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, UF/IFAS ExtensionTags: Florida Sea Grant, Garbage Patch, Marine Debris, Microplastics
Papaya Disease: Anthracnose
August 27, 2021
One of the important pathogens that cause anthracnose disease on papaya is Colletotrichum gloeosporiodes. Anthracnose disease is a common disease on many tropical and subtropical fruits in Florida such as mango. The management of this disease ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Money Matters, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife, Work & LifeTags: Papaya, Papaya Disease, Papaya Problem
Tree Trimming and Electric Power Lines – Questions and Answers
August 27, 2021
Common Questions and Answers Is it true that electric utilities are required by federal law to cut down trees near their power lines? No. To prevent power outages, federally approved reliability standards require utilities to manage vegetation ... READ MORE
Category: ConservationTags: Arboriculture, Trees And Electric Lines, Urban Forest
Tree Pruning Sealants
August 27, 2021
There are numerous instances where pruning is necessary to promote a tree’s health, provide clearance for sidewalks/roads, reduce hazards to people and property, and train and shape a young tree. Pruning cuts also create potential entry points ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Natural ResourcesTags: Arboriculture