UF/IFAS GLOBAL BLOGS
Extension offices across the district are opened on a limited basis. Some essential programs are being provided with limited attendance and social distancing. It is still best to contact us by phone or email. Recreational Harvest for Greater… Read More
For decades, stormwater ponds have served master-planned communities and commerce parks with environmental and aesthetic benefits. In some cases, these same stormwater ponds, have developed excessive amounts of blue-green algae, also known as cyanobacteria, blooming with toxins, and… Read More
For one College of Agricultural and Life Sciences student, a series of volunteer experiences amplified her passion for a future career in marine science. From a young age, Allie Marshbanks, has been interested in water and aquatic environments. Since her father served in the Coast Guard, Marshbanks was exposed to… Read More
Tenney Kapellusch has thought about going to law school since the beginning of high school. This summer, the environmental science student prepared for her future career by attending the Donald J. Weidner Summer for Undergraduates program. The Florida… Read More
Walking along any Panhandle beach, the first thing you’ll notice growing on the dunes are the tall, stately sea oats (Uniola paniculata). Just about any visitor to our coasts knows the name of these grasses, but they may… Read More
It’s Halloween… The time of year we think of werewolves, warlocks, witches, and full moon evenings. But there is another creature who likes to howl at the moon this time of year – the coyote. Actually, coyotes howl… Read More
In the frenzy of preparing for an impending hurricane, many of those with residential pools overlook steps needed to prepare the pool for a major storm. Following are some tips, do’s and don’ts when it comes to pool… Read More
Spread the Word… Peanut Butter Fights Hunger! By Yvonne Florian and Christine Kelly-Begazo Join the 2020 UF/IFAS Extension Peanut Butter Challenge, October 1st – November 25th, 2020. Challenge your friends, family, civic groups, and 4-H clubs to gather and… Read More
Congratulations to Dr. Wayne Smith, professor emeritus and former SFRC director! Smith was selected for the Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame for his lifelong contributions to the fields of silviculture, fertilizer, and bio-energy. The induction ceremony will be… Read More
If you are involved in catching greater amberjack recreationally or commercially, or work at a wholesale or retail fish house, we would like to hear from you!! The 2020-2023 Greater Amberjack Visioning Program is funded by NOAA to… Read More
