Category: Natural Resources

University of Florida to release biocontrol against Florida’s most serious invasive Brazilian peppertree


October 17, 2019

Mike Adams spends $250,000 every year to manage Brazilian peppertrees spread over the 40,000-acre ranch where his family has developed the Braford breed of cattle since 1937. Adams recounts years when the invasive tree from South America overtook ... READ MORE

Category: Horticulture, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research
A butterfly on a flower.

How do I attract the “good bugs?”


October 16, 2019

The nine principles of Florida-Friendly Landscaping* are designed to help: Save water Support wildlife Reduce guesswork Improve water quality Make YOUR ideal landscape a reality!   *(Need a refresher on the 9 FFL ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease, Wildlife
Tags: Beneficial Insects, Caterpillars, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Garden, Gardening, Insects, Integrated Pest Management, IPM, Landscape, Landscaping, Pest Management, Pests, Right Place, Right Plant

Loop Legislative Internship 10-year Anniversary


October 14, 2019

From Tallahassee, Florida, to Washington, D.C., the Loop Legislative Internship Program has supported more than 20 College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) students in various majors. This year, the scholarship celebrates its 10th anniversary! In ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Livestock, Natural Resources, Professional Development,
Tags: Ag Careers, CALS, Careers, College Of Agricultural And Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Food And Resource Economics, Internships, Professional Development, STEM Majors

Hurricanes: Friend or Foe to Invasive Plants?


October 14, 2019

Flooded homes, torn-off roofs, and downed powerlines – these are usually the first images that spring to mind when talking about hurricanes. While it is true hurricanes can be a major force of destruction for people, they can also have a big ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Water
Tags: Center For Aquatic And Invasive Plants, Invasive Plants, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, UF-IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Water

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