What we've been up to: On a sunny day in April (the day before my birthday in fact) I spent a joyful hour in a field of young oak trees. Was I perusing the branches for birds or sitting idly with a book of poetry in hand? Maybe I was on my ... READ MORE
Category: , Forests, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research
Have you ever wondered how researchers truly understand the world around us? How do they identify species, map landscapes, and analyze environmental changes? Well, Hillsborough County 4-H is diving deep into the fascinating realm ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, , Conservation, Forests, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching
Cover crops are planted during the off-season after the main commodity for various benefits. So..., what are the characteristics of a good cover crop? Requires only a short period to grow so that it doesn’t interfere with the main ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research
Valentine’s Day is the holiday of love and one of the most popular holidays to give and receive chocolate. Chocolate is the most sought out candy for this holiday. According to “Fortunly.com/statics/valentines-day-spending,” American’s ... READ MORE
Category: , Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Research