Category: Natural Resources

NCBS Intern Report: SRWMD Water Quality Monitoring and Data Collection

by Emily Colson
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, Wildlife
Tags: Fisheries, Human Dimensions, NCBS Interns, Pollution, Research, Snook, Springs, SRWMD, Suwannee River, Water Quality
Two hands in blue latex gloves scope and level dry soil samples before running soil and water testing.

UF/IFAS for Your Soil and Water Testing Needs — Science You Can Trust

by Mike Loizzo
August 24, 2025

When it comes to caring for your yard or garden, accuracy and expertise matter. The UF/IFAS Extension Soil Testing Laboratory (ESTL) provides precision, reliability, and support to make a difference in your soil management. The ESTL offers a ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Horticulture, Lawn, Turf, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Extension Soil Testing Lab, Franta Majs, IFAS Analytical Service Laboratories, Landscaping, Lawn, Nutrient Management, Soil Fertility, Soil Health, Soil Water And Ecosystem Sciences, Turfgrass

Florida Land Steward Update, August 21, 2025

by Chris Demers
August 21, 2025

THANKS TO THOSE JOINING US FOR THE AUGUST 19 WEBINAR ON WOODLOT MANAGEMENT OPTIONS, RECORDING NOW AVAILABLE This webinar was provided by the UF/IFAS Florida Land Steward Program and UF/IFAS Walton County Extension. Forestry Extension Agent, ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Award, Family Forest, Florida Land Steward Program, Florida Panther, Hurricane Preparation, Hurricane Season, Invasive Species, Longleaf Pine, Natural Resources, NRCS, Online Course, School Of Forest Fisheries And Geomatics Sciences, Tree Farm, Webinar, Wildlife
This is a view of Welleby Park in Broward County.

Researchers use AI to turn park reviews into science; findings reveal secret to parks people love

by Lourdes Mederos
August 21, 2025

Your five-star review of a park may have more weight than you think. Scientists just turned it into data, thanks to artificial intelligence (AI). Researchers at the University of Florida based in Fort Lauderdale used machine learning ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research, Wildlife
Tags: AI, Artificial Intelligence, Cultural Ecosystem Services, Ecosystem Services, Fort Lauderdale Research And Education Center, Greenspaces, Jiangxiao Qiu, Nature, Parks, Sustainability, Wildlife

NCBS Intern Report: Fisheries Independent Monitoring Program

by Emily Colson
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, Wildlife
Tags: Cedar Key, Fisheries, Fishing, FWC, NCBS Interns, Recreation, Snook
Monarch butterfly caterpillar feeding on a leaf

Which Milkweeds Are Truly Safe for Monarchs?

by Sara MacDonald
August 18, 2025

Over the past few weeks, I’ve been hearing the same question repeatedly: “Which milkweeds should I plant to help monarch butterflies?” It’s a great question, but the answer isn’t simple. Many gardeners want to do the right thing. Yet, ... READ MORE

Category: , Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Invasive Species, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: #ufbugs, Extension, Florida Friendly Landscape, Invasive Species, Master Gardener

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