More than just a pretty place to while away an hour among the zucchini blossoms… A new Ask IFAS publication explains why urban gardens and green spaces are essential elements of a healthy city. "Ten Benefits of Urban Gardens: Focus on Socio-Economic ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources
CONGRATULATIONS FLOYD VANZANT: 2024 JON GOULD FLORIDA OUTSTANDING TREE FARMER OF THE YEAR! The Florida Tree Farm Program is proud to recognize Mr. Floyd Vanzant as the 2024 Jon Gould Florida Outstanding Tree Farmer of the Year. Each year, ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, Water, Wildlife
GAINESVILLE, FL – The sounds of nature and the feel of leaves and pine needles under your feet are a bonus for runners who take part in the University of Florida School of Forest, Fisheries, and Geomatics Sciences (FFGS) annual Flatwoods ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Forests, Natural Resources, Recreation
By Ginger Feagle, Vice President, Florida Tree Farm Program; and James Tootle, Nassau County Forester, Florida Forest Service The Florida Tree Farm Program is proud to recognize Mr. Floyd Vanzant as the 2024 Jon Gould Florida Outstanding ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, Water, Wildlife
SIGN UP OPEN FOR USDA NRCS ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY INCENTIVES PROGRAM AND CONSERVATION STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM Apply by November 1, 2024 The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Florida announces Fiscal Year 2025 (October 1, 2024, ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
FALL FOOD PLOTS, WILDLIFE HABITAT, AND HUNTING September is a good time for some attention to planting cool season wildlife food plots for use by wildlife in fall, winter, and early spring. There are many factors to consider when planting a ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, Water
Florida’s oyster population has declined during the past 15 years because of overharvest, hurricanes, changing environmental conditions and more. In particular, Apalachicola Bay has seen a pronounced reduction. “Oyster farming has been ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine
By Suzette Cook/FFGS GAINESVILLE, FL – This is not the first time University of Florida School of Forest, Fisheries, and Geomatics Sciences (FFGS) Student Orlando Gonzalez Pollo volunteered to help after a major weather event in Florida. In ... READ MORE
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Urban agriculture is emerging as a key player in the search to develop sustainable cities, offering not just fresh produce but a portfolio of ecosystem services that can extend far beyond the farm and community gardens. In the vibrant ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Community Volunteers, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research, Work & Life