Hurricane Preparedness Starts at Home Since hurricane season is here, now is the time to prepare your family, home, and finances for potential storms. Living in Florida means that hurricanes and tropical storms are a reality, but taking simple ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation
One poorly maintained tree can cause thousands of dollars in damage during a hurricane, leaving homes and neighborhoods devastated. On July 23, University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) is hosting “Be ... READ MORE
Category: Blog Community, , Disaster Preparation, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research
FLORIDA WILDLIFE CORRIDOR PAYMENT FOR ECOSYSTEM SERVICES PILOT PROGRAM NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS Apply by July 31, 2026! This program will provide financial compensation to eligible landowners to maintain their land undeveloped to provide ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, Water, Wildlife
Los árboles son vitales para todos los espacios urbanos, no solo por su capacidad de proveer oxígeno sino también por otros beneficios que brindan como ayudar a regular la temperatura, proteger el suelo y frenar la erosión, resguardar animales ... READ MORE
Category: , Disaster Preparation, Forests, Natural Resources
SUMMER DOWN TIME AND TO-DOs Hope you have a chance to slow down a bit during this time of year. I enjoy cooler weather, but I’ve come to embrace the aura of Florida summer – the chorus of cicadas rising in the morning, bright sun blazing ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, Water, WildlifeSUMMER DOWN TIME AND TO-DOs Hope you have a chance to slow down a bit during this time of year. I enjoy cooler weather, but I’ve come to embrace the aura of Florida summer – the chorus of cicadas rising in the morning, bright sun blazing ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, Water, Wildlife
It’s hurricane season, and before a storm is on the radar, it’s a good time to review your homeowner’s insurance policy and understand what it covers. Many homeowners impacted by Helene and Milton had damage claims denied. According ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Money Matters, Work & Life
The UF/IFAS Center for Public Issues Education in Agriculture and Natural Resources, in collaboration with Florida Extension Disaster Education Network, will host a virtual Lunch and Learn on Jun. 23, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. EST on Communicating ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Events, UF/IFAS Extension
REPORT YOUR WILD TURKEY SIGHTINGS THIS SUMMER! Participate in the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC’s) Wild Turkey Summer Brood Survey and report your wild turkey sightings from June 1 – August 31. These observations ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, Water, Wildlife
Every hurricane season, Floridians are provided with lots of information about how to ensure they and their loved ones stay safe. But have you ever considered how Florida's native wildlife combat against these, often large, natural disasters? Categorizing ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife