Category: Natural Resources

Bugs, Drones, and Trees! Oh, My!

by Brittany Hall-Scharf

August 18, 2022

Introduced in the 1840s as an ornamental, the Brazilian peppertrees (Schinus terebinthifolia) are one of Florida's most widespread invaders. They are abundant throughout the south, central, and parts of northern Florida, spanning canals, coastal ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Biological Control, Brazilian Peppertree, Florida Sea Grant, Invasive Species, UF Bugs, UF Entomology, UF IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension Hernando County

Extension 101: Agriculture Agents

by Andra Johnson

August 18, 2022

Your county UF/IFAS Extension office houses agents with expertise in many different fields; depending upon your needs and interests, you may be familiar with some of our agents, but not others. This is the first in a series that will explore ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Natural Resources
Tags: Danielle Sprague, Doug Mayo, Jonael Bosques

Weekly “What is it?”: Climate Smart Floridians

by carriestevenson

August 17, 2022

I usually reserve these blogs for natural phenomena of some sort—an insect, a plant, wildlife, or some ecological concept. But this fall, several colleagues and I are teaching a series of classes and I wanted to share that information. Registration ... READ MORE

Category: Natural Resources
Tags: Weekly What Is It

NCBS Intern Report: Managing public use, communications, and outreach for Three Sisters Springs

by Emily Colson

August 17, 2022

Written by 2022 Summer Intern Aadil Rahman, hosted by Monica Scroggin & Joyce Kleen from the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge Refuge Life My experience at Crystal River was eye-opening, the reality of managing a refuge in the ... READ MORE

Category: Natural Resources, Wildlife
Tags: Birds, Crystal River, Human Dimensions, NCBS Interns, Recreation, Springs

Come on in… The Water Is Fine! Well… It’s Better

by Rick O'Connor

August 17, 2022

When I joined Florida Sea Grant in 2012 my advisory committee told me water quality was one of their major concerns. Makes sense really. Some members were from the tourism and boating industry. Some were from commercial and recreational ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources
Tags: Florida Sea Grant, LAKEWATCH, Pensacola Bay, Water Quality

Program: Myrtle Grove Gardening Talks

by Beth Bolles

August 16, 2022

This fall is all about pollinators. On Wednesday, September 21, Master Gardener Volunteers will share information on pollinator plants and native milkweeds for your yard. Join Beth on Wednesday, September 28 for tips on attracting some native ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Wildlife
Tags: Milkweed, Monarchs, Perennials, Pollinator Houses, Pollinator Plants, Pollinators

Urban Forest Management: A Primer to Strategic Planning for Municipal Governments (New Book)

by Robert Northrop

August 15, 2022

Urban Forest Management: A Primer to Strategic Planning for Municipal Governments (New Book) by Robert J. Northrop, Michael G. Andreu, Ph.D., Wayne Zipperer, Ph.D. Urban planners and city administrators face daily challenges in managing complex ... READ MORE

Category: , Conservation, Forests
Tags: Urban Forest Planning

Florida Wildflower Day

by UF/IFAS Bookstore

August 15, 2022

Where is IFASBOOKS this week? Florida Wildflower Day August 20 10 am – 1 pm Florida Museum of Natural History 3215 Hull Road Gainesville, FL Join us at the Florida Museum of Natural History’s Wildflower & Butterfly Garden! The ... READ MORE

Category: Events, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Communications
Tags: Florida Museum Of Natural History, Florida Wildflower Day, UF IFAS Bookstore

First Fridays with Florida First Detector

by Morgan Pinkerton

August 15, 2022

What is Florida First Detector? Florida First Detector is a multiagency educational effort focused on enhancing the early detection of invasive pests that threaten agriculture, nursery industries, and natural areas. We offer in-person and virtual ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Events, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching,
Tags: Biosecurity, Early Detection, FFD22-23, FloridaFirstDetector, Invasive Species, SeminoleCountyAg

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