As the coronavirus continues to make the news, a host of untruths has surrounded the topic. Lets take a look at some myths. 1. Coronavirus can be transmitted by food or food packages Fact: According to the UF/IFAS scientists, the Centers ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, , Home Landscapes, Natural Resources
The University of Florida’s agricultural and biological engineering graduate program remains in the Top 10 nationwide, according to the 2021 U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Schools rankings that came out March 17. The program ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, UF/IFAS Teaching, Water
Written by Trenton Aguilar, Ph.D. Student at UF IFAS NCBS & SFRC Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences Florida is home to many forms of wildlife, on land, in our rivers and lakes, and in the sea. This diverse wildlife is one of the many reasons ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Recreation, UF/IFAS Research, Wildlife
Spring is here and there are so many insects that are out and about right now. Today we are highlighting a fantastical creature who looks like it is straight out of a Harry Potter movie. The oak treehopper, Platycotis vittata, is native to Florida ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension
Written by Taylor Dluzniewski, M.S. in UF IFAS SFRC Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences Florida is home to the world’s highest density of springs and the largest springs by volume (Force 2000). A key feature of Florida springs is their relatively ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Research, , Water, Wildlife
Join us for our Wildlife and Invasive Species Educational (WISE) workshops! August 21 at 1:00 pm – “Insects and Other Arthropods Found in Florida’s Natural Areas” – Discover all the fascinating insects and other bugs found in Florida’s ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Home Landscapes, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching, Wildlife
Be-at-home with nature, while staying-at-home! Today, April 3rd, starts our stay-at-home order in Florida. While we are connecting through technology, don't forget the joy, health benefits, and stress relief that being out in nature provides ... READ MORE
Category: Forests, Natural Resources, WildlifeRoadside Attraction Now more than ever, you might find yourself driving down country roads to see the wonders of blooming wildflowers on the sides of the road. Phlox, coreopsis, gaillardia, fleabane, rudbeckia, and sage. Like many you may even ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension
Attention teachers and parents - we have educational and interactive materials for you! Florida Sea Grant agents have been working diligently to compile and create video resources and activities that allow students to learn about sea turtles, ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, Water, Wildlife