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Brazilian Pepper- Weed of the Week


November 26, 2019

Brazilian Pepper- Weed of the Week Brazilian Pepper is a category invasive tree, meaning it can spread into undisturbed sites. It was introduced in the 1800's from South America, and has quickly spread throughout central and south Florida. ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease
Tags: Brazilian Pepper, Herbicide, Invasive, NFLAG, Pesticide, Weed Management, Weed Of The Week

Know the Good Guys


April 2, 2019

What would you do if you saw a large 3 to 4 inch snail, like the one in the header, crawling across your driveway? Before you deem something to be detrimental to your landscape, accurate identification is critical. A very small percentage of ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, , Crops, Curriculum, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife

Weed Identification and Control Strategies for Professionals


September 10, 2018

October 2, 2018 9 am - noon $15 This hands-on workshop will cover identification, herbicide technology, weed classification, and how to create the most effective, yet conservation and budget-minded herbicide program for both ornamental ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Lawn, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Turf, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Herbicide, Pesticide, Weeds

Frogs: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly


September 25, 2017

How do you react when you see a frog? Are you frightened and run away, fascinated and want to catch one, hungry and want to eat the legs, or disgusted and turn your head? Most frogs are quite important to the environment and to humans. However, ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Wildlife
Tags: Cane Toad, Cuban Frog, Frog Facts, Invasive, Invasive Frogs, Invasive Species, Toad, Tree Frog

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