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
A growing demand for living shorelines Living shorelines are softer, greener alternatives to stabilize shorelines from erosion, sea level rise, and other damage. They protect, restore, or enhance natural shoreline habitat and maintain ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Events, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources
Happy New Year! Have you made resolutions to take better care of yourself? Don't forget to include well care and septic system care into your resolutions! Did you know... Approximately 12% of the Floridians rely on private wells for home ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Events, Food Safety, Home Management, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Some folks are a little squeamish about amphibians, but for me, it’s always delightful to see a treefrog clinging to one of my windows after a rain. My calico cat is even more delighted, often jumping 6 feet straight up in the air in a ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Natural Resources
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
Friday, January 15, 2021 Walnut Hill Community Center (Ruritan) 7850 Hwy 97 Walnut Hill, FL 32568 COST: $15 per person TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Attendees will learn the basics of applying pesticides correctly and will be able to take ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
UF/IFAS Extension Polk County will host a series of webinars about urban forestry and urban trees in celebration of Florida Arbor Day, the week of January 11, 2021. They will focus on trees and tree canopy in Polk County’s residential and ... READ MORE
Category: Forests, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources
The Water Ambassador lunch and learn webinar series is back for 2021! Join UF/IFAS Extension for the Virtual Water Ambassador lunch and learn webinar series. The Water Ambassador Program is an educational partnership between Martin County ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water