Dr. Andrew D. Hanson, C.V. Griffin Sr. Eminent Scholar and Professor in the Department of Horticultural Sciences, leaves a legacy of groundbreaking contributions as a visionary in plant biology. Known for his humility, intellect, and ... READ MORE
Category: Horticulture
Recently, our Master Gardener Volunteers and I had the wonderful opportunity to visit Sun Grove Montessori School. We introduced students to the joys of vegetable gardening. Gardening is more than planting seeds. It’s a hands-on way to learn ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Community Volunteers, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension
With the increase in population, the increase of reclaimed water use and the potential for an upcoming dry summer, comes the need to understand the use of salt and drought-tolerant plants. This is what I’ll cover during a free lecture ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Lawn
Are you interested in a career within the life sciences? Sustainability? Environmental education? Do you want a supportive workspace with opportunities for professional development and growth? Then an internship with UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Conservation, Curriculum, Natural Resources, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
When you hear the word self-care, what comes to mind? A bubble bath? A night of binge-watching your favorite show? While those things can feel good at the moment, self-care is actually a lot deeper than that—and way more important. Let's talk ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Farm Management, Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, Professional Development, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
By applying her passions for sustainability in agriculture to research, rising senior Food and Resource Economics undergraduate Jimena Morales placed second in the student paper competition at the annual Agricultural & Applied Economics ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, UF/IFAS Research
Don’t get me wrong… I enjoy northern states’ fiery maples, sweet birches and dogwoods in the fall but my favorite colors in the fall are greens I love the life-affirming green colors, and the myriad shapes and textures that our cool ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is an approach that uses methods that prioritize the least harmful methods to control insects, plant diseases and weeds. Through this approach, you can learn to manage, not eliminate, insects in the garden without ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture
With a global market valued at nearly $67 billion, bamboo may offer an alternative crop for some Florida growers reeling from a devastated citrus crop, says a University of Florida expert. “Bamboo is a good alternative crop to diversify ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture
Growing a Garden with Purpose: Teaching, Sustaining, Inspiring Join us as we share real stories from local gardeners and homeowners who are changing their yards into Florida-Friendly landscapes. Learn helpful tips, successes, and challenges ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, , Water, Wildlife