Category: Coasts & Marine
NCBS Intern Report: SRWMD Water Quality Monitoring and Data Collection
August 25, 2025
Written by Amelia Sewell, 2025 undergraduate summer intern hosted by Emily Ducker of the Suwannee River Water Management District (SRWMD) Overview This summer, I had the privilege of interning with the Office of Water Supply at the ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Research, , Water, WildlifeTags: Fisheries, Human Dimensions, NCBS Interns, Pollution, Research, Snook, Springs, SRWMD, Suwannee River, Water Quality
NCBS Intern Report: Fisheries Independent Monitoring Program
August 19, 2025
Written by Lily Fierson, 2025 undergraduate summer intern hosted by Caleb Purtlebaugh and Taj Knapp of the FWC Fisheries Independent Monitoring (FIM) Program This summer, I had the privilege of participating in the NCBS Fisheries Independent ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Research, , Water, WildlifeTags: Cedar Key, Fisheries, Fishing, FWC, NCBS Interns, Recreation, Snook
From Peru’s wild landscapes to Florida’s farms: Scientist harnesses microbes to protect agriculture, environment
August 17, 2025
For Florida growers, Jose Rolando’s research is focused on promoting healthier soils, reduced input costs and crops able to withstand droughts, heat and shifting weather patterns. For consumers, it aims at more sustainable food production ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, , Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Crops, Farm Management, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS ResearchTags: Amazon Rainforest, Andes Mountains, Coastal Wetland, Crops, Department Of Microbiology And Cell Science, Droughts, Ecosystem Services, Farmer, Fertilizer, Florida Bay, Fort Lauderdale Research And Education Center, Georgia Institute Of Technology, Grower, IFAS, Indian River Lagoon, Institute Of Food And Agricultural Sciences, José Rolando, Lima, Lourdes Mederos, Mangroves, Microbiologist, Microbiology, National Institute Of Agricultural Innovation, News, Peru, Public, Sea Level Rise, Sechura Desert, Sustainable Food Production, Tropical Zones, UF-IFAS, University Of Florida, Weather
The peak of the Hurricane Season is coming. Are you prepared?
August 15, 2025
A few weeks ago, we hosted a webinar with Mr. Robert Garcia, who is the Warning Coordination Meteorologist of the National Weather Service (NWS). He did an excellent job-sharing valuable information on hurricane preparedness, breaking down key ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Crops, Disaster Preparation, Farm Management, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Lawn, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & LifeTags: 2025 Hurricane Season, Hurricane, National Hurricane Center, Natural Disasters, NWS
Prevention Pays! The True Cost of Flying Storm Debris
August 15, 2025
Iconic palms define our tropical Florida landscape, but beautiful palm fronds can become dangerous and even deadly during a storm. Strong winds from hurricanes and other storms often turn everyday items like palms and loose branches, patio ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Disaster Preparation, Home Management, Money Matters, UF/IFAS ExtensionTags: Brevard County, Britta Kellner, Environment, Family Safety, Finances, Hurricane, Storm Debris
The Small Things Add Up: A Reflection on my Time as Operation TRAP’s UF Gulf Scholar
August 11, 2025
Written by Mallory Willem, Operation TRAP's Summer 2025 UF Undergraduate Gulf Scholar Thoughts from Operation TRAP's UF Undergraduate Gulf Scholar: Mallory Willem This experience was all about taking part in the small tasks that contribute ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, WaterTags: Aquatic Preserves, Litter Interceptor Devices, Marine Debris
Are you Hurricane Ready? Creating the Ultimate Emergency Plan
August 11, 2025
PALM BEACH, CO. - The hurricane season is in full swing. Right now, the National Hurricane Center is watching Tropical Storm Erin as it develops in the East Atlantic. Create your emergency plan now! Make sure you are preparing while supplies ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Disaster Preparation, UF/IFAS ExtensionTags: #Hurricane #Storm #homepreperation #safety, Hurricane Ready, Palm Beach County
NCBS Intern Report: USFWS Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
August 6, 2025
Written by Julia Fischman, 2025 undergraduate summer intern hosted by Alex Arrow and Emily Jung of the USFWS Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge (CRNWR) This summer, I had the incredible opportunity to work with and learn from the U.S. ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Research, , Water, WildlifeTags: Birds, Crystal River, Manatee, NCBS Interns, Recreation, Springs, USFWS, Water Quality
Reclaiming Water: Reclaimed Water Usage, Part 2
August 5, 2025
What is ‘Reclaimed Water’? According to the USEPA and UF/IFAS, reclaimed water is recycled wastewater that has been thoroughly treated, at least to the secondary level, for reuse. This treatment removes harmful organisms and substances, ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Crops, Farm Management, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Horticulture, Lawn, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Professional Development, Recreation, Turf, UF/IFAS Extension, , WaterTags: Alternative Water Supply, Florida Water, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Irrigation, Irrigation Calibration, Irrigation System, Residential Irrigation, Sustainable Landscape, Wastewater, Wastewater Treatment