My neighbor left a thistle at my gate to identify and make control recommendations. The control recommendation itself is simple, but the picture shows a more complex situation. (more…) READ MORE
Category: Invasive Species, Natural ResourcesInvasive species are non-native or exotic species that do not naturally occur in an area and cause economic or environmental harm or harm to human health. These invasive species have become the number one threat to biodiversity on protected ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Invasive Species, Natural ResourcesMarch 6. 2013 9:00 am – 3:00 pm CST Santa Rosa County Extension Office 6263 Dogwood Drive, Milton, FL 32570 Video Conference Location: Walton County Extension Office This program will describe some of the more common and troublesome ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Events, Invasive SpeciesGAINESVILLE, Fla. — Invasive lionfish may never be eradicated from Florida’s coastal waters, but it’s possible to keep them under control — in specific, targeted areas and using plenty of manpower, a new University of Florida ... READ MORE
Category: Invasive Species, UF/IFAS ResearchIt is a song that has been played in our state time and time again. An exotic pet or plant is brought across our borders and either intentionally or accidentally it is released into the environment and a problem ensues. Ornamental ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Water, WildlifeClick here for high resolution photo. Caption at bottom. GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- University of Florida researchers have discovered a natural compound to battle insect pests that plague gardeners and growers. The compound boosts crops’ resistance ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Invasive Species, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS ResearchCaption at bottom. Click here for high resolution image. GAINESVILLE, Fla. — For years, scientists have tried to use environmentally friendly fungi to control fire ant infestations. But the ants’ social behaviors — such as hauling ... READ MORE
Category: Invasive Species, Pests & Disease, Work & LifeCutline at bottom. Click here for high-resolution image. GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- Some endangered animals may live in smaller habitats than scientists realize, leading to inflated estimates of their ability to survive, according to a new University ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Invasive Species, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS ResearchCutline at bottom. Click here for high-resolution image. GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Add one more entry to corn’s list of abilities: helping to biologically control pests. Already a source of food and biofuel, University of Florida researchers ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Invasive Species, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS ResearchCutline at bottom. Click here for high-resolution image. GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- The University of Florida has officially partnered with a National Science Foundation-funded program to allow measurements and data collection related to the Earth’s ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Invasive Species, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research