Tag: protect

Who’s that critter? UF/IFAS wildlife series spotlights the Florida manatee

by Megan Winslow
May 15, 2026

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: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Aquatic, Coastal, Conservation, Critter, Critter Of The Month, Ecosystem, Extension, Florida, Florida Manatee, Gentle Giant, IFAS, Institute Of Food And Agricultural Sciences, Maia McGuire, Manatee, Marine, Megan Winslow, Protect, River, Sea Cow, Species, UF, UF-IFAS, University Of Florida, Water, West Indian Manatee, Wildlife

Protect Your Children From Harmful Chemicals

by BLOGS.IFAS
May 15, 2026

It is summer and children will spend more time outside. Have you checked your garage for any chemicals that could harm them? Click here to read more... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Work & Life
Tags: Chemicals, Children, Children's Health, Educational, Environment, Family & Consumer Sciences, FYCS, Protect, Shelley Swenson, Wakulla County Extension, Wakulla Extension

Florida Waters Stewardship Program

by Mike D'Imperio
February 11, 2026

Water touches every part of our lives. Whether you're an avid fisher, a weekend beachgoer, or just someone who enjoys a tall, cold glass of H₂O, your life depends on an ample supply of clean water. Originally developed by UF/IFAS Extension ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Events, Professional Development, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Conserve, Environment, Florida Waters Stewardship Program, FWSP, Pgm_Water, Preserve, Protect, Water

Getting the Brooder Ready Before the Chicks Arrive

by Jonael Bosques
March 8, 2022

Chick days are upon us, and before you take home a colony of chicks by impulse, take a moment to verify that you are ready to receive them. Below you will find some critical key points that are essential for the survival of your new feathered ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Livestock, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: 4-H, Ag, Agriculture, Brooder, Chicken, Chicks, Extension, Farming, Feed, Florida, Heat, Hens, Lamp, Livestock, Nutrition, Protect, Protecting, Rooster, Temperature, UF-IFAS

Panhandle Florida Master Naturalist graduates opt to use living shorelines to enhance habitat and protect their coastal properties.

by BLOGS.IFAS
February 2, 2022

The mission of the Florida Master Naturalist program (FMNP) is to promote awareness, understanding and respect of Florida’s natural environment. FMNP graduates, Paul Bennett and Charlie Lurton have both worked diligently through the permitting ... READ MORE

Category: Natural Resources
Tags: Archive, Coastal, Enhance, Florida, Graduates, Habitat, Living, Master, Naturalist, Panhandle, Panhandle Outdoors, Properties., Protect, Shorelines, Their

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