Tag: design

Nutrition labels meant to promote healthy eating could discourage purchases, UF/IFAS study shows

by Megan Winslow
May 18, 2026

Some food labels designed to nudge Americans toward healthier food choices can have the opposite effect, new University of Florida research shows. (more…) READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: Consumer, Design, Eating, FDA, Food, Food And Resource Economics Department, Food Industry, Food Labels, Health, Healthy, IFAS, Institute Of Food And Agricultural Sciences, Jianhui Liu, Labels, Landscape Water Survey, Megan Winslow, Nutrition, Package, Policymakers, Research, Shopping, Study, Survey, U.S. Food And Drug Administration, UF, UF-IFAS, University Of Florida, Willingness-to-pay

Beloved ancient oak felled by Hurricane Helene to be honored through sprouts planted on UF campus

by Megan Winslow
May 18, 2026

As much as Norman Hall’s red bricks and gothic arches, the massive live oak tree in the courtyard was a defining feature of the University of Florida College of Education. Hurricane Helene toppled the tree in September, but it will live ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Forests, UF/IFAS
Tags: Campaign, College Of Education, Courtyard, Design, Finding Touchstones, Fundraiser, Gage LaPierre, Glenn Good, Hurricane, Hurricane Helene, IFAS, Institute Of Food And Agricultural Sciences, Live Oak, Megan Winslow, Michael Andreu, Norman Hall, P.K. Yonge Laboratory School, Revival, School Of Forestry Fisheries And Geomatics Sciences, SFFGS, Tree, UF, UF-IFAS, UF/IFAS Native Plant Nursery, University Of Florida

Building a Hobby Greenhouse

by Matt Lollar
May 15, 2026

Greenhouses can be used to extend the growing season and to just grow unique plants year-round. While we usually think of greenhouses as growing structures that increase air temperature, they can also keep plants cooler during warmer months. ... READ MORE

Category: Horticulture
Tags: Agriculture, Bay, Calhoun, Design, Escambia, Extension, FFL, Florida Yards And Neighborhoods, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Franklin, FYN, Gadsden, Garden, Gardening, Gardening In The Panhandle, GI-BMP, Greenhouse, Gulf, Holmes, Horticulture, Jackson, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, Office, Okaloosa, Panhandle, Panhandle Gardening, Propagation, Santa Rosa, UF, UF-IFAS, Wakulla, Walton, Washington

The Role of Visual Hierarchy in Clear Communication

by tracydz
November 2, 2025

Have you ever looked at a flyer, webpage, or email and felt overwhelmed, or even unsure where to look first? This is a clear sign that the content lacks a well-structured visual hierarchy. Whether you’re designing a syllabus, a research poster, ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS Graphics
Tags: Design, Visual Communications

Steps to Developing a Good Brochure

by tracydz
November 2, 2025

A good brochure effectively conveys information and engages its audience through attractive design and compelling content. Here are some key elements that contribute to a good brochure: Purpose: The brochure should have a clear objective, ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS Graphics
Tags: Agriculture, Brochure, Design, Extension, Graphic Design, Graphics, Promotional Brochure

The Importance of White Space in Graphic Design

by tracydz
November 2, 2025

In graphic design, the role of negative space, often called white space, should not be underestimated. White space is the empty, unutilized space around and between design elements (not limited to the color white). White space can enhance the ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS Graphics
Tags: Design, Graphic Design, Negative Space, White Space

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