Aquatic plant management is necessary for recreation, navigation, biodiversity and more. Invasive plants harm Florida’s natural environment and lead to a loss of biodiversity and ecosystem health. They usually cannot be completely ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Research, Water
Laws are in place to protect Florida from invasive plants. Some laws limit or restrict the transport or possession of certain plants. The management and control of these plants is directed by various managing agencies. These include the Florida ... READ MORE
Category: Invasive Species, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Research, Water
Aquatic plants can be managed by biological, chemical, mechanical, physical and integrated control techniques. Invasive plant management is a big issue in Florida. State agencies, the federal government, water management districts, ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Research, Water
The UF / IFAS Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants (CAIP) is a multidisciplinary research, teaching and extension unit. As extension being one of the pillars of CAIP's mission, the team of researchers works hard to educate agencies, the public ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Research
Invasive plant management tools have both pros and cons. Each type of invasive plant management technique can have both positive and negative impacts. These management techniques include biological control, chemical control, mechanical control, ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Research, WaterSEASON’S GREETINGS On behalf of the Florida Land Steward Program and all our partners, have a very blessed Holiday season and we look forward to outreach and networking activities in the coming year. The light is visible at the end of the ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Wildlife
How do you communicate to others about invasive plants? How do you tell someone that their prized golden pothos, climbing up their massive Chinese tallow tree are likely spreading into natural areas? Or that their sea of coral ardisia and ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources
When I was young, my mom told me a tale about when she babysat for my cousin before I was born. My mom and cousin Stephanie were on Miami Beach, and all of a sudden, she heard Stephanie screaming. She ran to Stephanie’s side, and my cousin, ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Water
In Florida, pine trees are not only valued for their ecological importance, but for their economic importance as well. There are several species of pine found in Florida that are of commercial value, producing goods such as, paper, lumber ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources