Category: Forests
Thin Your Pine Stand
July 19, 2018
Do you have a pine stand that's around 10-15 years old? Wondering what the next step is in managing the stand? Read on. At this point in the rotation the pines may soon be reaching the size at which they could be merchantable for small-diameter ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Forests, Natural Resources
EDIS Update: Key Plant, Key Pests- Baldcypress
July 6, 2018
Baldcypress (Taxodium distichum) are a staple tree of wetlands around Florida. Native to areas where running water is present such as wetlands, rivers, and lakes, these pyramidal shaped trees can grow upwards of 150 feet. Another notable characteristic ... READ MORE
Category: Forests, Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension
UF/IFAS Partners with USDA Forest Service to Get Kids In The Woods
July 3, 2018
By Kim Scotto GAINESVILLE, Fla. –Is your child getting more ‘screen time’ than ‘green time’ this summer? Camp Kids in the Woods, a joint initiative between the UF/IFAS School of Forest Resources and Conservation and the ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Camp, Events, Forests, Horticulture, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS TeachingTags: Camp, News, School Of Forest Resources And Conservation, UF-IFAS
Coarse Wood Debris #6: Urban Forests
June 25, 2018
Urban forests have become more prevalent in the 21st century (3.5% of U.S. land area is urban). Their importance in the functioning of our forest ecosystems, and the services they provide, is significant. The urban forest can no longer be treated ... READ MORE
Category: ForestsTags: Forest Ecology, Urban Forest Ecology
Trees and Hurricanes – Florida Lessons Learned
June 22, 2018
Urban forests, including trees and shrubs, are a critical resource. They provide a host of benefits that support our health and prosperity. Hurricanes can be extremely damaging to communities and urban forests. During these storms trees can ... READ MORE
Category: ForestsTags: Hurricane Preparation, Urban Forest