Join us for a workshop on the biology and control of cogongrass. January 14, 2014 Registration begins at 8:30am (Eastern Time) Program starts at 9:00am (Eastern Time) and will end at 4:30pm (Eastern Time). The cost of the workshop is $ 25 ... READ MORE
Category: Invasive Species, Natural ResourcesDeer feeders are common in North Florida, and “deer corn” is sold in multiple markets. Cross-roads convenience stores sell it in plain brown bags and big box stores in town sell it in camouflage bags with three color pictures ... READ MORE
Category: Natural ResourcesOne of the program areas Sea Grant intends to focus on in Escambia County during 2014 is the reduction of marine debris. Most citizens in our county are aware of the problem and the harm monofilament fishing line can cause. Another issue are ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, WaterTallahassee Democrat December 27, 2013 By Jody Walthall Photo by Fred Bassett: Banding a Calliope Hummingbird Every January Fred Bassett or Fred Dietrich, licensed bird banders and volunteers for the Hummer/Bird Study Group (HBSG), speaks ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, WildlifeBeginning in 2013 the Sea Grant Agent at the Escambia County Extension worked with stakeholders and local agencies to help improve water quality by monitoring nutrients and bacteria counts in the lower portion of Pensacola Bay. Surveys indicated ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, WaterIn the December issue of the Florida Aquaculture the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services posted an update article on this topic. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services tests seafood harvested from the ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, Water, WildlifeFEDERAL RECREATIONAL GAG CLOSURE IN GULF NOAA Fisheries has posted that beginning at 12:01 AM December 3 recreational fishermen are no longer allowed to land gag grouper. The season will remain closed until July 1, 2014. RED SNAPPER The ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, Water, WildlifeAuthor Sheila Dunning removes tree from nursery pot and prepares for planting.Photo courtesy of UF/IFAS Okaloosa County Extension The best time to plant a tree is twenty years ago. The second best time is Arbor Day 2014. Florida recognizes ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Natural Resources