Category: Natural Resources
Marine Explorers Day Camp – August 10, 2018
June 25, 2018
Can you tell me how old a fish is just by looking at a slice of bone? That’s one question youth will learn how to answer in the Manatee Marine Explorers Day Camp created by two University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, Water, WildlifeTags: 4-H, Camp, FL Sea Grant, Florida Sea Grant, Marine
Coarse Wood Debris #6: Urban Forests
June 25, 2018
Urban forests have become more prevalent in the 21st century (3.5% of U.S. land area is urban). Their importance in the functioning of our forest ecosystems, and the services they provide, is significant. The urban forest can no longer be treated ... READ MORE
Category: ForestsTags: Forest Ecology, Urban Forest Ecology
Water Wise Awards Program – Final call for 2018 entries!
June 25, 2018
Is your landscape “water-wise?” If you live in the tri-county Tampa Bay area and answered "yes" - ...your yard could be a winner! But time to enter is running out ~ All entries must be received by June 30, 2018! UPDATE: ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Home Landscapes, WaterTags: Award, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Irrigation, Landscape, Landscaping, Right Place, Right Plant, Saving Water, Smart Irrigation, Smart Water Application Technoligy, Water Conservation, Water Wise
Carbon farming makes business sense
June 25, 2018
Carbon farming makes business sense. The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) was created in response to the 1930’s Dust Bowl which witnessed a sustained drought and unprecedented loss of productive farmland. Our only president ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, ConservationTags: Agriculture, Carbon Farming, Soil Health
Trees and Hurricanes – Florida Lessons Learned
June 22, 2018
Urban forests, including trees and shrubs, are a critical resource. They provide a host of benefits that support our health and prosperity. Hurricanes can be extremely damaging to communities and urban forests. During these storms trees can ... READ MORE
Category: ForestsTags: Hurricane Preparation, Urban Forest
Conservation Awards
June 21, 2018
Conservation awards presented at year end 4-H and FFA banquets At the end of each school year, the Manatee River Soil and Water Conservation District (MRSWCD) sponsors a Conservation Award for one student from each FFA or 4-H chapter who ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Conservation, Crops, Forests, Livestock, Natural Resources, WildlifeTags: 4-H, Agriculture, Conservation, Envirothon, Ffa, Livestock, Soils, USDA
Sharing the Road with Farm Equipment
June 20, 2018
Reminders for Motorists: With the onset of summer comes an increase of farm activity as local producers are busy tending their fields and harvesting crops. Finding suitable acreage in parcels large enough to farm commercially, for a living, ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Recreation, UF/IFAS ExtensionTags: Agriculture, Farm Equipment, Suwannee County, Suwannee County Extension
Managing Mosquitoes During Hurricane Season
June 20, 2018
Atlantic Hurricane season officially begins on June 1st and continues until November 30th. With heavy rains comes pooling water and mosquito breeding. Fortunately, in St Lucie County we have a well-managed mosquito control district. ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, , Disaster Preparation, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, Pests & DiseaseTags: Hurricane, Mosquito