Category: Natural Resources

Discover How UF/IFAS Taylor County Extension Can Benefit You

by Lori Wiggins
October 12, 2026

Did you know that valuable educational resources are available right here in Taylor County? These opportunities can help improve your quality of life. The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Taylor County ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Community Volunteers, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Natural Resources, Professional Development, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: 4-H, Children, Conservation, Cooking, Family, Florida, Gardening, Healthy, Healthy Eating, Horticulture, Livestock, Marine Extension, Marine Habitat, Nutrition, Physical Activity, Taylor County, UF/IFAS Extension, Volunteer

Can Florida Gardens Help Prevent Flooding?

by Lake County Master Gardener Volunteer
October 9, 2026

As Florida experiences stronger storms, heavier rainfall, and more frequent flooding events, homeowners are looking for practical ways to protect their properties. One surprising solution may already be right outside the door: the garden. ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Lawn, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Conservation, Flooding, Rain Garden, Sustainability

September 2026 Weather Summary and Last Quarter Outlook

by Doug Mayo
October 8, 2026

Rainfall September was another below average rainfall month for most of Florida. The map above to the left shows the estimated rainfall for the month. The areas shaded in orange received 1.5-3", in gold 3-6", and in yellow 6-9". There ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Water
Tags: FAWN Weather Summary, Panhandle Agriculture

FFL in Martin County: Hoke Library

by Yvette Goodiel
October 8, 2026

Introduction Florida-Friendly LandscapingTM (FFL) promotes nine principles to protect water resources in designing and maintaining landscapes. The practices can be applied at scales ranging from individual yards to parks to communities. ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Commercial Horticulture Digest, Environment, Ffl In Martin County, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Green Industry, Martin County, UF/IFAS Extension, Water Quality

Nature Wrote the Horror Story First

by Caitlin Sollazzo
October 8, 2026

I can’t believe it is already October and Halloween season. I’ve never been particularly drawn to horror movies and all the frightening things we get into this time of year. That’s not to say I don’t appreciate horror as a genre. It’s ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Beauveria Bassiana, Beneficial Fungi, Biological Control, Entomopathogenic Fungi, Garden Pests, Halloween, Integrated Pest Management

Hundreds of plants up for grabs at Oct. 23 Native Plant Drop for UF students

by Suzette Cook
October 8, 2026

The Native Plant Horticulture Foundation (NPHF) is teaming up with the UF/IFAS School of Forest, Fisheries, and Geomatics Sciences (SFFGS) for the inaugural Native Plant Drop event on October 23, 2026 at the Reitz Union. Students concerned ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation
Tags: Florida Native Plant Club, House Plants, Native Plant Horticulture Foundation, Reitz Union, School Of Forest Fisheries And Geomatics Sciences, SFFGS, UF/IFAS Native Plant Nursery

Florida Land Steward Update, October 8, 2026

by Chris Demers
October 8, 2026

Hurricane Isaias Taking Aim at Florida We are closely watching Hurricane Isaias. Make sure you have the provisions needed should the storm impact your area. See the UF/IFAS Disaster Preparation and Recovery site for guidance. As always, ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Award, Drought, Florida Forest Service, Florida Land Steward Program, Hurricane Preparation, Hurricane Recovery, Landowner Assistance, NRCS, School Of Forest Fisheries And Geomatics Sciences, Southern Pine Beetle, Tree Farm

Weekly “What is it?” Tailgate Trivia Edition: The Osprey

by Carrie Stevenson
October 7, 2026

The University of North Florida (UNF) student body voted the osprey (Pandion haliaetus) as their mascot in the late 1970’s. Located in Jacksonville, the UNF campus is prime osprey territory, and the birds are frequently seen flying overhead. ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, Wildlife
Tags: Birds, Coastal Wildlife, College Football, Football, Mascot, Weekly What Is It, Wildlife

University of Florida lidera un esfuerzo regional para convertir las tierras sin cultivar durante el invierno en una oportunidad económica

by Luz Bahder
October 7, 2026

Creado por Chris Vivian, vicepresidenta adjunta del Departamento de Comunicaciones de UF/IFAS. Un equipo docente de University of Florida (UF) liderará un grupo multidisciplinario de varios estados para promover actividades agrícolas durante ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Conservation, Crops, Farm Management, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: Agricultura, Cheers, Español, Jose Dubeux, Spanish, USDA-NIFA

Acompañe a los UF Croc Docs en el CrocFest, que se celebrará en Zoo Miami, para apoyar la conservación internacional del cocodrilo americano

by Luz Bahder
October 7, 2026

Creado por Lourdes Mederos, gerente de relaciones públicas en español para el Departamento de Comunicaciones de UF/IFAS. Los cocodrilos americanos de Belice y Jamaica se enfrentan a amenazas distintas y los investigadores del Institute ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research, Wildlife
Tags: @TheCrocDocs, Cocodrilos Americanos, Crocodylus Acutus, Español, Spanish, Venetia Briggs-Gonzalez

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