I hope that you and your loved ones are safe from harm. Late Wednesday evening, Hurricane Milton made landfall along Florida's central west coast as a Category 3 hurricane. The combination of tornadoes, storm surge, high winds, heavy rain and ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation![Home in storm [CREDIT: UF/IFAS, Cat Wofford]](https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/sarasotaco/wp-content/blogs.dir/40/files/2024/10/Feature-Image-Blog-6-1.png)
Whether you're preparing for a storm or dealing with its aftermath, pests are probably the last thing on your mind. That's fair - we get it! However, taking the time to prepare your home in defense against unwanted ants, flies, beetles, moths, ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife, Work & Life
As Florida anticipates another hurricane approaching, it is recommended to be prepped, including your livestock. It is important to recognize different livestock have different requirements and needs during storm season. What Identification ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Disaster Preparation, Farm Management, Livestock
With hurricane season upon us, it is important to understand how to properly prepare and protect your family, home, and property from potential storm impacts. The hurricane season officially runs from June 1st through November 30th, however, ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Disaster Preparation, UF/IFAS Extension
With hurricane season well under way, it’s important to remember to plan ahead. Before a storm hits, you want to be sure that you have non-perishable food items on hand. These items do not need to be refrigerated and are safe to eat if you ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Food Safety, Work & Life
Hurricane Prep for Landscapes In this episode of Your Central Florid Yard, we talk hurricane prep for landscapes. Living in Florida includes being prepared for hurricanes. Many people know how to get their homes ready but what should do for ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Lawn
HURRICANE IDALIA PREPARATION AND RECOVERY As we brace for Hurricane Idalia to arrive in north Florida we anticipate potential impacts to our forests, natural resources, and agricultural operations. Below are some resources that may be helpful ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Natural Resources
Creado por Nelly Nelson, agente de Extensión del departamento de ciencias del consumidor y la familia de UF/IFAS. La temporada de huracanes en el Atlántico comienza el 1 de junio y se extiende hasta el 30 de noviembre, por lo que es importante ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, UF/IFAS
Creado por Lourdes Mederos, gerente de relaciones públicas en español para UF/IFAS. En esta serie: El aumento de los costos preocupa a los consumidores. El efecto de la pandemia de COVID todavía repercute en la economía mundial, ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Money Matters, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Highlights Consumers prefer seafood entrees more transparent information at casual and fine dining restaurants. Country of origin was unimportant, showing customer choices at restaurants differ from those made at grocery stores. Consumers ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Research, Water