Category: Disaster Preparation
After a Hurricane – Keep Food Safety in Mind
September 18, 2020
By: Kendra Zamojski and Laurie Osgood If you lost power or your home was damaged by flooding, the food or water in your home could make you and your family sick. Fridge and Freezer Food Safety After only a few hours without electricity, ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Food SafetyTags: Cooking, Disaster Recovery, Food Safety, Water Safety
Hurricane Sally Latest Test of Panhandle’s Resiliency
September 17, 2020
I’m writing to share with you the latest updates from the Panhandle and the impacts of Hurricane Sally on UF/IFAS. First and most important: Everyone is OK. From all the reports we’re getting, none of our employees or their families have ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Camp, Disaster PreparationTags: An Angle On IFAS, Hurricane Sally
Cost-Share & Technical Resources for Agribusinesses: Extension, FSA, and NRCS
September 4, 2020
UF/IFAS Extension and partner agencies, such as the USDA's Farm Service Agency (FSA) and Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), offer cost-share and technical resources for agribusinesses. Here are some highlights of available resources, ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Farm Management, UF/IFAS ExtensionTags: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Commercial Horticulture Digest, Conservation, Disaster, Financial Assistance, Martin County, Soil Health, Technical Assistance, UF IFAS Extension
Florida Land Steward Update, September 4, 2020
September 3, 2020
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR THE HURRICANE MICHAEL TIMBER RECOVERY BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM Registration for the Florida Timber Recovery Block Grant Program is now available to forest landowners who suffered damage from Hurricane Michael in October ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Forests, Natural ResourcesTags: Block Grant, Forest, Recovery, Timber, Tree Farm
Prepare before you go to a shelter
September 3, 2020
Peak of Hurricane Season is September 10. As the peak of hurricane season is coming, it is time to have everything ready. Is it likely you will have to go to a shelter if a hurricane comes your way? Prepare before you go. There are some things ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & LifeTags: Hurricane Preparedness, Shelter
Hurricane Season: Plan, Prepare and Act
August 31, 2020
Scientists have long shown that the character of tropical storms can change and quickly turn deadly. While it is never possible to eliminate all damage from a natural hazard, you, as a homeowner, can protect your home and family. To accomplish ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Home Management, Work & LifeTags: #OrangeCounty, Covid-19, Disaster Plan, Disaster Preparation, Emergency Plan, Hurricane, Hurricane Preparedness, Ocextension, Orange County