If you’ve ever had a tree cut down or die in your yard, you’ve probably experienced it. First, you're hit with the smell—like rotting meat, maybe old garbage. Then, you notice an alien-looking pink protrusion rising up from the yard. ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources
What is mulch? Mulch is a product used to cover the soil. It is often composed of tree bark, needles, wood, leaves, or grass. Sometimes mulch is made from inorganic materials such as recycled tires, gravel or pebbles. Spreading mulch over planting ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Water
For many homeowners, watering is a way of life. Central Florida is experiencing a mild winter. During winter, the grass is not actively growing and does not need as much water as during the Spring/Summer growing season. Irrigating the lawn once ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, Lawn, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Written by 2021 Summer Intern, Samantha Mormile I had the pleasure to intern in the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) office. I essentially broke up my internships into two parts, the first part was my original time frame where ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Research, Water, Wildlife
Water is essential to life on this planet. It is not only essential for humans, but plants and wildlife rely on it for survival as well. You probably remember learning the water cycle, but did you know you’re currently standing in a watershed? The ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Water
Help I Got Pesticide In My Eye! First, don’t panic! Although no one ever thinks it could happen to them, it is possible to get pesticides into your eyes. When it comes to pesticide exposure, there are few that can cause concern more than ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Food Safety, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Lawn, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Turf
SIGN UP FOR 2021 AGRICULTURAL CONSERVATION EASEMENTS USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) provides financial and technical assistance to conserve working lands and wetlands through two programs: Agricultural Land Easements ... READ MORE
Category: Forests, Natural Resources
After 17 years as an Extension Agent, I still sometimes hesitate when someone asks what I do for a living. When I respond, “I’m a county Extension Agent,” I usually get one of two types of answers. The folks familiar with us will say, ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources
The popular Urban Landscape Summit returns in virtual format every Wednesday, 1-2:30 p.m., from January 20 until March 31. You can register through Zoom for all the sessions or just topics you are interested in. Make sure to scroll and select ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, Lawn, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Turf, Water