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UF/IFAS Economists: Hurricane Michael Caused $158 Million in Florida Agricultural Production Losses
Hurricane Michael caused production losses totaling $158 million for Florida’s agricultural industries in the 2018-19 growing season, according to economists with the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences. The dollar estimate, along with more detailed… Read More
UF/IFAS Extension Helps Panhandle Farmers After Hurricane Michael
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Doug Mayo must feel like his cellphone is permanently attached to his ear. For two weeks, Mayo has been taking and making calls, and helping people, mostly farmers, in Jackson County, get back on their… Read More
One-Stop Resource for Disaster Prep Even More Relevant After Florence
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The ongoing impacts of Hurricane Florence are a reminder to make sure you are ready for potential hurricanes and other natural disasters. Floridians preparing for the next hurricane can visit the University of Florida’s new… Read More
Hurricane Season: How to Prep for a Power Outage
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — It’s easy to take things like electricity, Wi-Fi and cell service for granted — until a hurricane blows through and knocks out these modern conveniences, sometimes for days at a time. This was the case… Read More
Prepare for Hurricane Season with Plenty of Non-Perishable Foods
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — There’s nothing like trying to eat when the refrigerator and kitchen lights don’t work. That’s what some will face this hurricane season. University of Florida experts urge everyone to stock up on non-perishable food so… Read More
Hurricane Prep: What to Put in Your ‘Go Bag’
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GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Hurricane season starts June 1, but it’s clear and sunny outside. You may not want to think about evacuating amid a deadly storm, but you should be prepared, says a faculty member with the University… Read More
UF Experts: Prepare Your Farm Early for Hurricane Season
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GAINESVILLE, Fla. – It’s the beginning of hurricane season, time for farmers in Florida to worry about potential damage from a storm. Every farm and ranch in Florida must have an emergency plan in case of a hurricane, said… Read More
Prep Your Pets for the Stormy Weather of Hurricane Season
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Fido and Fifi need their owners to get ready for the potential calamities of hurricane season. Pets need food, water to drink and shelter, says a University of Florida expert. Vaccination records are especially important… Read More
UF/IFAS experts: Hire a certified tree inspector before hurricane season
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Even a Category 1 hurricane – with winds at 74 to 95 mph — can snap trees, so find a certified arborist before hurricane season, a University of Florida landscape specialist says. To make sure… Read More