The definition of an invasive species used by the University of Florida IFAS has three parts. It is not native to the area. Was brought to the area by humans; either intentionally or accidentally. Is causing an environmental or economic ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources
It's tax season! UF/IFAS School of Forest, Fisheries, and Geomatics Sciences faculty member and Extension Forest Business Specialist Dr. Tamara Cushing wants to provide forest landowners with the information they need to successfully navigate ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Forests, Money Matters, Natural Resources, Work & Life
Where can I buy locally grown food? Seminole County has a rich history in agriculture. There is a huge diversity of types of farms locally. Seminole County is home to over 400 farms that grow vegetables, cattle, strawberries, citrus, ornamental ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research
Are you interested in learning how to save energy and water while helping low-income families in Sarasota County? Our goal is to make Sarasota a more equitable and sustainable place, but we need your help! Become a Sarasota County Energy ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation
PRESCRIBED FIRE AWARENESS WEEK COMING UP Prescribed fire is a safe way to apply a natural process, ensure ecosystem health and reduce wildfire risk. Prescribed fire is safely applied by a team of fire experts under specified weather conditions ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, Wildlife
What do you see in the photo on the left? A container of useless dead plants A bouquet of pollinator plants in their “winter” form A container showing plants that are a source of nesting and shelter for our over-wintering native ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Wildlife
Early in 2022 I decided to begin a survey of snakes in the Pensacola Bay area. The purpose was to find out which species were encountered and how often. Based on Snakes of the Southeastern United States by Dr. Whit Gibbons and Dr. Mike Dorcas ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Wildlife
The land of the wet and muddy – that’s what lot of folks call the salt marsh. If you have ever experienced walking through one you know why they call it that. Salt marshes are wetlands that are dominated by grasses and are partially ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, Wildlife
In celebration of Florida’s Arbor Day, free tree seedlings will be given away on Friday, January 20, 9 am to 1 pm or until trees are gone. This event will be held at the John McMahon Environmental Center located at 132 Butler Avenue in ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Forests
Water hyacinth is a free-floating plant that produces a showy and very attractive blue/purple flower. As they bunch together and bloom, it provides a picturesque setting for any water garden. At least, that was the thought when these plants ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, Water, Work & Life