Tag: Rolando Negron

You’re Invited – 2025 UF/IFAS Bookstore Open House!

by Rolando Negron
December 1, 2025

Fifty Years of Books, Outreach, and Impact: Celebrate with Us at the UF/IFAS Bookstore Open House For five decades, the UF/IFAS Bookstore has connected Floridians with trusted, science-based information. From in-house printing presses to ... READ MORE

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Tags: 50th Anniversary, Bookstore Open House, December Events, Educational Tools, Extension Outreach, Faculty Publications, Florida Extension, Online Bookstore, Publishing With UF/IFAS, Research-based Information, Rolando Negron, Science-based Resources, UF IFAS Bookstore, UF/IFAS Authors, UF/IFAS Events, UF/IFAS Publications

New at the UF/IFAS Bookstore: Commercial Ornamental Nursery Scouting Manual

by Rolando Negron
September 15, 2025

Florida’s ornamental nursery industry is one of the largest in the nation, supplying colorful plants to homes, businesses, and landscapes. Along with that success comes a challenge: keeping crops healthy while protecting them from pests ... READ MORE

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Tags: Caroline R. Warwick, Commercial Ornamental Nursery, Florida Nursery Industry, Horticulture, IPM Practices, Lance S. Osborne, Liz Felter, MREC, Nursery Scouting, Ornamental Plants, Pest Management, Plant Health, Rolando Negron, S. Chris Marble, Scouting Manual, Sustainable Practices, UF IFAS Bookstore

Just In: Florida Mangroves ID Guide Now Available

by Rolando Negron
July 31, 2025

Mangroves are more than just striking coastal plants—they play a critical role in Florida’s ecosystems, offering shoreline protection, wildlife habitat, and natural filtration. However, mangroves can be tricky to tell apart—but now it’s ... READ MORE

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Tags: Alyssa Vinson, Coastal Ecosystems, Environmental Education, Field Guide, Florida Coast, Florida Mangroves, Hillsborough County Extension, Mangrove ID Guide, Native Plants, Plant Identification, Protected Species, Rolando Negron, UF IFAS Bookstore, Urban Forestry

UF/IFAS Bookstore Turns 50—and Turns the Page to a Fully Online Future

by Rolando Negron
June 30, 2025

For five decades, the UF/IFAS Bookstore has connected Floridians with trusted, research-based resources—from DVDs and field guides to outreach tools and Extension publications. Now, as we mark our 50th anniversary, we’re not just looking ... READ MORE

Category: , UF/IFAS Communications, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Bookstore Transition, Bookstore Update, Extension Resources, Faculty Publications, Florida Extension, Online Bookstore, Rolando Negron, Science-based Materials, UF IFAS Bookstore, UF/IFAS Authors, UF/IFAS Publications

Plant This, Not That: UF/IFAS Experts Help You Landscape the Florida-Friendly Way

by Rolando Negron
June 10, 2025

Some plants may look great on the shelf at your local nursery, but they can wreak havoc once planted. Invasive species often escape our yards and spread fast, threatening Florida’s natural ecosystems and costing time and money to control.Plant ... READ MORE

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Tags: Environmental Education, Extension Resources, Florida Gardening, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Landscaping Tips, Morgan Pinkerton, Native Plants, Rachel Gutner, Rolando Negron, Sandra Wilson, Sustainable Gardening, Tina McIntyre, UF IFAS Bookstore, UF/IFAS Publications

Inspiring the Next Generation of Naturalists: Florida Youth Naturalist Program Instructor Field Guide

by Rolando Negron
May 19, 2025

What if we could spark a love of nature that lasts a lifetime—one field trip, one journal entry, one wild discovery at a time? That’s the goal behind the Florida Youth Naturalist Program Instructor Field Guide, a thoughtfully updated ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, , UF/IFAS Communications, UF/IFAS Teaching
Tags: Conservation Education, Ecosystem Education, Environmental Education, Environmental Stewardship, Florida 4-H, Florida Ecosystems, Florida-youth-naturalist-program, Hands On Learning, Naturalist Curriculum, Nature Education, Outdoor Learning, Rolando Negron, STEM For Kids, UF IFAS Bookstore, UF/IFAS Extension, Youth Programs

New Publication: Honey Bee Pest and Disease Guide – A Must-Have for Beekeepers

by Rolando Negron
March 6, 2025

Beekeeping is both an art and a science, and having the right tools makes all the difference. Whether you're a backyard beekeeper or managing hundreds of colonies, the Honey Bee Pest and Disease Guide is an essential resource to keep your hives ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS Communications
Tags: Beekeeping Book, Beekeeping Field Guide, Beekeeping For Beginners, Beekeeping Resources, Beekeeping Tools, Florida Beekeeping, Hive Management, Honey Bee Diseases, Honey Bee Guide, Honey Bee Pests, Pollinator Health, Rolando Negron, UF IFAS Bookstore, UF/IFAS Extension

The Florida Manatee: Biology and Conservation

by Rolando Negron
February 20, 2025

If you've ever marveled at the gentle nature of Florida’s iconic sea cow, The Florida Manatee: Biology and Conservation is a book you won’t want to miss. Written by renowned scientists Roger L. Reep, emeritus professor from the Department ... READ MORE

Category: , Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Communications, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching
Tags: Aquatic Animals, Ecosystem Conservation, Endangered Species, Environmental Science, Florida Manatee, Florida Wildlife, Manatee Conservation, Manatee Protection, Manatee Research, Marine Biology, Marine Mammals, Robert Bonde, Roger Reep, Rolando Negron, UF IFAS Bookstore, Wildlife Conservation

Pocket-Sized Guides for Exploring Florida’s Plants and Wildlife

by Rolando Negron
January 13, 2025

Florida’s natural beauty is endless—from its colorful butterflies and iconic palm trees to its rich wildlife and wildflowers. Whether you’re out birdwatching, exploring coastal trails, or just curious about what’s growing in your backyard, ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, , Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Communications, UF/IFAS Teaching
Tags: Bird Watching Florida, Explore Florida, Folding Field Guides, Invasive Species, Nature Guides, Pocked-Sized Field Guides, Rolando Negron, UF IFAS Bookstore, Wild Plants, Wildlife

Tracing the Legends and Legacy of Florida’s Natural Springs

by Rolando Negron
January 9, 2025

Florida’s natural springs aren’t just pretty places to swim—they’re living connections to the state’s ancient past. In her book, Florida Natural Springs: A History, Gainesville-based author and instructional designer Holly Sprinkle ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS Communications
Tags: Aquatic Ecosystems, Florida History, Florida Natural Springs, Florida Springs Ecology, Holly Sprinkle, Natural Wonders Of Florida, Rolando Negron, Springhunters, UF IFAS Bookstore, UF/IFAS Communications, UF/IFAS Extension

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