Category: Invasive Species

UF video series addresses useful topics to support Florida forest and landowners

by Suzette Cook
January 27, 2026

It’s a topic that University of Florida Forest Entomology Professor Jiri Hulcr, Ph.D., addresses during the opening scene of one of 16 videos aimed at helping to keep Florida forest landowners in the know. He looks right into the camera ... READ MORE

Category: Academics, Agriculture, Crops, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Florida Land Steward Program, School Of Forest Fisheries And Geomatics Sciences, UF/IFAS Extension

Florida Land Steward Update, January 23, 2026

by Chris Demers
January 23, 2026

CONGRATULATIONS YOUNG FAMILY FARM: 2026 FLORIDA LAND STEWARDS OF THE YEAR Florida Land Steward partners are proud to announce that Young Family Farm is recognized as our 2026 Florida Land Stewards of the Year. Young Family Farm is located ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Award, Family Forest, Florida Land Steward Program, Forest Carbon, Forest Health, Forest Management, Invasive Species, Landowner Assistance, Natural Resources, Online Course, School Of Forest Fisheries And Geomatics Sciences, Tree Farm, Wild Turkey

Congratulations Young Family Farm: 2026 Florida Land Stewards of the Year

by Chris Demers
January 22, 2026

This year we recognize the owners and managers of Young Family Farm as our 2026 Florida Land Stewards of the Year. Young Family Farm is located in southwestern Putnam County and jointly owned by Cory, Robert, and Devony Young. The siblings ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Award, Family Forest, Florida Land Steward Program, Landowner Assistance, Longleaf Pine, Natural Resources, Prescribed Fires, School Of Forest Fisheries And Geomatics Sciences, Tree Farm, Wildlife

Florida Land Steward Update, January 16, 2026

by Chris Demers
January 16, 2026

FLORIDA ARBOR DAY: JANUARY 16, 2026 Arbor Day is a national reminder of the ecological, economic, and social value of trees. In Florida, Arbor Day is celebrated on the third Friday in January. To celebrate Florida Arbor Day this year, The ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Tags: 2026 Calendar, Conservation Easements, Family Forest, Florida Arbor Day, Florida Land Steward Program, Forest Carbon, Landowner Assistance, Natural Resources, Online Course, School Of Forest Fisheries And Geomatics Sciences, Tree Farm

Florida Land Steward Update, January 9, 2026

by Chris Demers
January 9, 2026

RURAL AND FAMILY LAND PROTECTION PROGRAM APPLICATION PERIOD OPEN Apply by January 23, 2026 The Rural and Family Lands Protection Program (RFLPP) is an agricultural land preservation program designed to protect important agricultural lands ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Tags: 2026 Calendar, Conservation Easements, Family Forest, Florida Land Steward Program, Forest Carbon, Landowner Assistance, Natural Resources, Online Course, School Of Forest Fisheries And Geomatics Sciences, Tree Farm

Florida Land Steward Update, December 12, 2025

by Chris Demers
December 12, 2025

SEASONS GREETINGS! On behalf of Florida Land Steward and Tree Farm Program partners, we wish you a very festive, peaceful, and safe Holiday season. THANK YOU for everything you do for the sustainability of forests and natural resources in Florida ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Tags: 2026 Calendar, Christmas Trees, Conservation Easements, Family Forest, Florida Land Steward Program, Forest Carbon, Landowner Assistance, Natural Resources, Online Course, School Of Forest Fisheries And Geomatics Sciences, Tree Farm, Webinar

Florida Land Steward Update, December 5, 2025

by Chris Demers
December 5, 2025

RURAL AND FAMILY LAND PROTECTION PROGRAM SIGN UP PERIOD STARING DECEMBER 15, 2025 Sign up December 15, 2025 – January 23, 2026 The Rural and Family Lands Protection Program (RFLPP) is an agricultural land preservation program designed ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Tags: 2026 Calendar, Christmas Trees, Conservation Easements, Family Forest, Firewood, Florida Land Steward Program, Forest Carbon, Landowner Assistance, Natural Resources, Online Course, School Of Forest Fisheries And Geomatics Sciences, Wildlife

Florida Land Steward Update, November 25, 2025

by Chris Demers
November 25, 2025

HAPPY THANKSGIVING! On behalf of Florida Land Steward and Florida Tree Farm Program partners, we THANK YOU for all that you do for the stewardship of forests and natural resources in Florida. Your efforts provide innumerable benefits to the ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Tags: 2026 Calendar, Christmas Trees, Family Forest, Firewood, Florida Land Steward Program, Forest Carbon, Forest Health, Forest Management, Hurricane Season, Landowner Assistance, Natural Resources, Online Course, School Of Forest Fisheries And Geomatics Sciences, Tree Farm, Wildlife

Florida Land Steward Update, November 14, 2025

by Chris Demers
November 14, 2025

2026 FLORIDA LAND STEWARD WALL CALENDARS WILL BE AVAILABLE SOON! It’s that time of the year! An annual Holiday tradition, the Florida Land Steward wall calendar features beautiful photography, our Florida Land Steward Landowner of the Year, ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Tags: 2026 Calendar, Christmas Trees, Family Forest, Firewood, Florida Land Steward Program, Hurricane Preparation, Hurricane Season, Invasive Species, Landowner Assistance, Online Course, Tree Farm, Wildlife

Florida Land Steward Update, November 7, 2025

by Chris Demers
November 7, 2025

2026 FLORIDA LAND STEWARD WALL CALENDARS WILL BE AVAILABLE SOON! It's that time of the year! An annual Holiday tradition, the Florida Land Steward wall calendar features beautiful photography, our Florida Land Steward Landowner of the Year, ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Tags: 2025 Calendar, Award, Family Forest, Florida Land Steward Program, Forest Carbon, Hurricane Preparation, Hurricane Season, Invasive Species, Landowner Assistance, Natural Resources, Online Course, School Of Forest Fisheries And Geomatics Sciences, Southern Pine Beetle, Tree Farm, Wildlife

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