Some weeks, I plan well ahead for a blog topic, and others are chosen completely by chance. Like today’s subject—I walked out of my office the other day and into the building lobby, when I noticed an unusual visitor. An inch-long wolf ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Wildlife
Boasting more than 80 distinct ecosystems, Florida is a biodiversity hot spot. More than 4,000 animal species, in fact, are native to the Sunshine State. (more…) READ MORE
Category: Wildlife
Every Monday, some groups urge Americans to skip meat in the name of “helping the planet.” But here’s the truth: U.S. beef production is NOT the environmental problem it’s often made out to be. These campaigns rely on global averages ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Conservation, Crops, Farm Management, Livestock, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, SFYL Hot Topic, Turf, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, Water, Wildlife
That is right! Fertilizer is regulated in Florida and in Orange County and beyond! You are required to learn about it and follow the rules. We want to keep things interesting and beneficial for you, the landscape professionals. This year, UF/IFAS ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Management, Horticulture, Lawn, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Turf, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
When I began working with terrapins 20 years ago, very few people in the Florida panhandle knew what they were – unless they had moved here from the Mid-Atlantic states. Since we initiated the Panhandle Terrapin Project in 2005 many more ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, Wildlife
MAY IS AMERICAN WETLANDS MONTH American Wetlands Month celebrates the vital importance of wetlands to our Nation’s ecological, economic, and social health. Wetlands are critical natural infrastructure that improve water quality and supply, ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, Water, Wildlife
May 16th is National Endangered Species Day. It is important to raise awareness of some of the most critically endangered species that call the Florida Keys home. The Florida Keys are known for their breathtaking coral reefs, diverse marine ... READ MORE
Category: , Conservation, Natural Resources, Wildlife
The featured Gulf catch and cook species for May 2025 is the Grunt! White Grunt are fun to catch and delicious to eat! White Grunt can be caught in the Gulf year-round! Grunt are easy to catch and can provide fun for the whole family. Read ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, Wildlife
In the late spring when it starts to get hot and dry in Central Florida you may notice some plants wilting and others thriving. This is a good time to consider remove plants that are not well suited for your landscape and replace with drought ... READ MORE
Category: , Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Lawn, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
Aren't plants amazing? They add beauty to any setting, bring joy to those around them, help to clean our air, and can provide a great meal! Did you know that they have a lot in common with oysters as well! Oysters are amazing animals that ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife