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Blueberries, Beyond the Bowl: 50 Recipes to Try Something New


March 31, 2026

There’s something about blueberries that feels familiar. Maybe it’s a summer afternoon, a family picnic, or a slice of homemade pie that brings it all back. That balance of tart and sweet has a way of sticking with us. But blueberries ... READ MORE

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Growing a Greener Future: Exploring Agroecology at School and at Home


March 11, 2026

What does it look like when farming works with nature instead of against it? That’s the question at the heart of Growing a Greener Future: Agroecology Activity Book, a hands-on resource developed by Zach Brym, Associate Professor with the ... READ MORE

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Tags: Agriculture Education, Agroecology, Agroecology Activity Book, Biodiversity Education, Classroom Resources, Compost Education, Ecosystem Activities, Elementary Science Activities, Environmental Education, Farm To School Resources, Florida BEST Standards, Food Systems Education, Homeschool Science, Pollinators, Rolando Negron, School Garden Curriculum, Science Activity Book, Soil Health, STEM For Kids, Sustainable Farming, UF IFAS Bookstore, Zach Brym

Marty the Mussel: A Tiny River Hero with a Big Story to Tell


March 11, 2026

What if one of the most important guardians of our waterways was small enough to fit in the palm of your hand? Meet Marty, a freshwater mussel with an important job. Tucked into the riverbed, Marty spends his days quietly filtering water and ... READ MORE

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Tags: Aquatic Ecosystems, Ashley Ruiz, Children’s Science Book, Conservation For Kids, Ecosystem Education, Environmental Science For Kids, Eutrophication, Freshwater Ecosystems, Freshwater Mussels, Marty The Mussel, Nature Books For Children, River Animals For Kids, River Wildlife, Rolando Negron, STEM For Kids, UF IFAS Bookstore, Water Quality
Coastal garden near a marina.

Landscape Plants for the Gulf and South Atlantic Coasts: Selection, Establishment, and Maintenance


March 4, 2026

Designing for Life on the Coast Coastal gardening isn’t for the faint of heart. Salt spray, sandy soils, intense sun, high winds, humidity, and even the occasional cold snap can quickly challenge both new and experienced gardeners. ... READ MORE

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Tags: Coastal Gardening, Environmental Horticulture, Florida Landscaping, Gardening, Gulf Coast Plants, Landscape Maintenance, Rolando Negron, Salt Tolerant Plants, South Atlantic Plants, Sustainable Landscaping, UF IFAS Bookstore, University Of Florida Horticulture, Waterfront Landscaping
Front view on an energy efficient home construction.

Build for Florida’s Climate: Energy Efficient Building Construction in Florida


February 16, 2026

Build Smarter for Florida’s Climate Anyone who’s lived through a Florida summer knows that energy bills can climb fast. That’s why Energy Efficient Building Construction in Florida, 11th Edition, now available through ... READ MORE

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Tags: Builders And Contractors, Building Performance, Construction Best Practices, Contractor Exam Preparation, Energy Efficient Construction, Energy-efficient Homes, Florida Building Code, Florida Climate Design, Florida Energy Codes, Florida’s Climate, Green Building Florida, HVAC And Insulation, Lesly Jerome, Nicholas Taylor, Program For Resource Efficient Communities, Rolando Negron, Sustainable Building Practices, UF Center For Land Use Efficiency, UF IFAS Bookstore, University Of Florida Publications
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A Heifer for Sophia: Celebrating Curiosity, Friendship, and First-Time 4-H Adventures


January 12, 2026

Sometimes, all it takes is one spark to ignite a lifelong passion. For young Sophia, that moment comes on a sunny afternoon while she watches her brother’s baseball game.“I do love animals. I wish I could do something with them,” she ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, UF/IFAS Communications, UF/IFAS Teaching
Tags: 4-H Book, 4-H Story, A Heifer For Sophia, Children’s Book, Chris DeCubellis, Dairy Heifer, Farm Animals, Farm Book, Florida 4-H, Kids Agriculture, Kids Fair Book, Livestock, Rolando Negron, UF IFAS Books, UF IFAS Bookstore, Youth Book
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Vegetable Gardening in Florida: A Practical Guide That Actually Works


January 8, 2026

If you garden in Florida, you already know the rules are different, and that’s exactly where Vegetable Gardening in Florida shines. This affordable, full-color paperback is designed specifically for growing vegetables and edible herbs in Florida’s ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, , UF/IFAS Communications, UF/IFAS Teaching
Tags: Extension Resources, Florida Gardening, Florida Vegetables, Gardening Guides, Home Gardening, Rolando Negron, UF IFAS Books, UF IFAS Bookstore, UF/IFAS Publications, Vegetable Gardening
Section from the This or That cover page highlighting two of the commonly confused species included in the ID guide.

This or That? A Beginner’s Guide to Commonly Misidentified Animals and Plants in Florida


December 12, 2025

See the Difference: Florida’s Look-Alike Species Made Simple Is that a cormorant or an anhinga? An alligator or a crocodile? Poison ivy or Virginia creeper? If you’ve ever hesitated before answering, This or That? A Beginner’s Guide to ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, , Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Communications, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching
Tags: Environmental Education, Field Guides, Florida Animals, Florida Ecosystems, Florida Nature, Florida Plants, Florida Wildlife, Invasive Species Florida, Native Species Florida, Rolando Negron, Species Identification, UF IFAS Books, UF IFAS Bookstore, UF/IFAS Publications, Wildlife Identification Guide
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You’re Invited – 2025 UF/IFAS Bookstore Open House!


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 Books, UF IFAS Bookstore, UF/IFAS Authors, UF/IFAS Events, UF/IFAS Publications
Commercial ornamental nursery

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


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

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