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Bob Hochmuth and Wanda Laughlin handling a row of hydroponic lettuce at the NFREC. Photo taken on 03-14-17.

DIY Hydroponic Gardens: A Comprehensive Guide


September 5, 2024

No soil? No sunlight? Little space? No problem! With hydroponics, you can grow plants anywhere, even in areas with limited water. In DIY Hydroponic Gardens, Tyler Baras, also known as Farmer Tyler, has the perfect solution. In its pages, ... READ MORE

Category: AGRICULTURE, , UF/IFAS Communications, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Farmer Tyler, Growing Plants Without Soil, Hydroponic Gardening, Hydroponic Systems, Hydroponics Gardening Guide, Robert (Bob) Hochmuth, Rolando Negron, Tyler Baras, UF/IFAS Bookstore, UF/IFAS Horticultural Sciences Department

How to Build a Treefrog House


September 4, 2024

Ever want to build a treefrog house in your yard? Dr. Steve Johnson, UF/IFAS Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, says you can build one for your yard in 3 easy steps. Here's how: https://youtu.be/N_4gI46hpF0?si=3UwRGaLnrTN16Vci The treefrog ... READ MORE

Category: Blog Community, HOME LANDSCAPES, NATURAL RESOURCES, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Video, Work & Life
Tags: Frogs, TreeFrog House, Treefrogs, UF/IFAS, University Of Florida, Wildlife Ecology
Background of pumpkins and squash.

Experience the Joy of Cooking with Squash: 50 Tried and True Recipes 


June 18, 2024

Squashes are a delightful addition to any garden, bringing vibrant colors and flavors to your culinary creations. From the crisp, fresh tastes of summer squashes like zucchini and yellow squash to the hearty, rich tones of winter squashes such ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS Communications, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Easy Squash Recipes, Family Recipes, Healthy Squash Meals, Home Gardening, Julia Rutland Cookbook, Rolando Negron, Seasonal Cooking, Squash Preservation Tips, Squash Recipes, Summer And Winter Squash, UF/IFAS Bookstore, Versatile Squash Dishes
butterfly caterpillar Papilio machaon on a forest plant on a sum

Caterpillars of North America: Easily Identify 90 Common Butterflies and Moths


May 28, 2024

Step into the world of caterpillars with Caterpillars of North America: Easily Identify 90 Common Butterflies and Moths, authored by acclaimed entomologist Dr. Jaret C. Daniels, UF Professor of Entomology and Director of the McGuire Center for ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS Communications, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Butterflies, Butterfly Gardens, Caterpillars, Caterpillars Of North America, Ecology, Educational, Entomology, Florida 4-H, Florida Museum Of Natural History, Identification, Jaret C. Daniels, McGuire Center For Lepidoptera And Biodiversity, Moths, Pollinators, Rolando Negron, UF/IFAS Bookstore
Assortment of fresh fruits and vegetables. Concept of healthy food

Fresh from the Sunshine State: Introducing ‘The Florida Vegetarian Cookbook’


May 13, 2024

Imagine the sun-kissed fields of Florida, brimming with a kaleidoscope of fruits, vegetables, and herbs, awaiting transformation into culinary masterpieces. That's the scene food journalist Dalia Colón sets in The Florida Vegetarian Cookbook, ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS Communications, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Dalia Colón, Florida Vegetarian Cookbook, Local Ingredients, Plant-based Recipes, Rolando Negron, UF/IFAS Bookstore, Vegan-friendly, Vegetarian Food
Upscale Suburban Tropical Home

Basics of Landscaping in Florida/Conceptos Básicos del Paisajismo en Florida


April 25, 2024

We are pleased to announce our newest publication, Basics of Landscaping in Florida/Conceptos Básicos del Paisajismo en Florida, developed collaboratively by UF/IFAS Extension Professionals Hannah Wooten from Orange County, Morgan Pinkerton ... READ MORE

Category: HOME LANDSCAPES, UF/IFAS Communications, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Eco-friendly Landscaping, Florida Gardening, Florida Landscaping, Hannah Wooten, Landscape Design Strategies, Landscape Management Tips, Landscaping Techniques, Leah Welch, Michele Wood, Morgan Pinkerton, Professional Landscaping Certification, Rolando Negron, Sustainable Landscaping Practices, Tatiana Sanchez-Jones, Tina McIntyre, Water Conservation In Landscaping, Water-efficient Landscaping

Southern SARE Project – Impact of clay amendments on nutrient and water management


April 11, 2024

https://youtu.be/2wbMdpSSS-g?si=MOqvy0BbafKJX6wT GAINESVILLE, FL - Siembra Farm is a 15 acre diversified, sustainable vegetable farm which was the site of a Southern SARE research project primarily focused on nutrient and water management ... READ MORE

Category: , UF/IFAS Communications, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Video
Tags: Organic Farming, Soil Amendments, Soil And Water Science
A butterfly garden at a Florida Friendly Landscape

Beyond the Fence: Discovering the Secrets of ‘The Garden Next Door’


April 2, 2024

On a warm summer afternoon, three curious children find themselves drawn to the vibrant life buzzing in their neighbor's garden. Birds chirp, bees hum, and butterflies dance, creating a symphony of colors and sounds just beyond their fence. ... READ MORE

Category: , UF/IFAS Communications, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching
Tags: Children's Books, Collin Pine, Florida 4-H, Florida Master Gardener Volunteers, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Garden Stories, Pollinators, Rolando Negron, Storytime, Tiffany Everett, UF/IFAS Bookstore, Urban Gardens, Wildflowers
dandelions and daises close up on the green lawn

Eat the Weeds! A Wild and Delicious Experience


March 18, 2024

Foraging enthusiasts, rejoice! We present the latest addition to our collection at the UF/IFAS Bookstore: 'Eat the Weeds', by the renowned foraging expert, 'Green Deane' Jordan.   Wild-harvesting isn't just a pastime; it's a treasure ... READ MORE

Category: , UF/IFAS Communications, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Foraging, Green Deane Jordan, Rolando Negron, Survival Skills, UF/IFAS Bookstore, UF/IFAS Extension, Vegan, Weeds, Wild Foods, Wild Plants, Wild-harvesting

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