Category: UF/IFAS

An interview with Dr. Matthew Thomas, leader of the UF/IFAS Invasion Science Research Institute

by Robin Koestoyo

March 3, 2023

A Question and Answer format interview with Dr. Matthew Thomas, who leads the young UF/IFAS Invasion Science Research Institute Q: In your presentation, “Introduction to the Invasion Science Research Institute,” you stated that you will ... READ MORE

Category: Invasive Species, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension,
Tags: Biological Control, Dr. Carey Minteer, Dr. Matthew Thomas, Dr. Nicole Quinn, Invasion Science Research Institute, Norman C. Hayslip Biological Control Research And Containment Laboratory

UF/IFAS tests olives in Florida to determine possible commercial industry

by Robin Koestoyo

February 2, 2023

FORT PIERCE, Fla. --- Most of the world’s olives grow in southern European countries, such as Spain and Italy. In the United States, California has more than 30,000 acres dedicated to the commodity. But Florida may be the next agricultural ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research,
Tags: FAMU Partnership, Jay, Lorenzo Rossi, Olives

Biological Scientist Recognized by UF/IFAS With Superior Accomplishment Award

by Robin Koestoyo

January 26, 2023

FORT PIERCE, Fla.---An emerging scientist who took the lead for an experiment to identify natural beneficial fungi occurring in citrus grove soils that protect high-value citrus crops has been recognized by UF/IFAS officials. Laura Muschweck ... READ MORE

Category: Professional Development, UF/IFAS,
Tags: #UF/IFASSuperiorAccomplishmentAward 2023, @UFRootBioLab, Laura Muschweck

Local University of Florida Ph.D. student garners award from experts in invasive science

by Robin Koestoyo

May 26, 2022

FORT PIERCE, Fla.--- A local University of Florida graduate student fostered an ability to teach school children that a group of insects would probably take down one of Florida’s most invasive trees. The Southern IPM Center recognized ... READ MORE

Category: Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: #MinteerLab, #Ph.D. Candidate

Vero Beach resident and University of Florida scientist wins international and state awards for her work

by Robin Koestoyo

May 19, 2022

Vero Beach resident and University of Florida scientist wins international and national awardsMay 19, 2022By: Robin Koestoyo, 772-453-0516 (mobile, texting) email: koestoyo@ufl.eduFORT PIERCE, Fla.--- A scientist last year garnered an international ... READ MORE

Category: Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension,

UF scientist who battles Florida’s invasive species recognized with international award

by Robin Koestoyo

August 30, 2021

FORT PIERCE, Fla. ---A scientist at the front line of Florida’s war with invasive plants will be honored by the International Organization for Biological Control Nearctic Regional Section. The IOBC-NRS will recognize Carey Minteer as the ... READ MORE

Category: Horticulture, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS

University of Florida researchers publish award-winning findings on orange grove design to produce fruit under HLB

by Robin Koestoyo

August 2, 2021

FORT PIERCE, Fla.--- The American Society for Horticultural Science will honor University of Florida scientists for new guidelines citrus growers may apply to their operations. The researchers study ‘Valencia’ orange production while trees ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Crops, Horticulture, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research

High Quality Designation for Root Biology Science Course

by Robin Koestoyo

June 23, 2020

Enthusiasm and expertise for groundbreaking science earned a High Quality designation for an online course taught by a University of Florida professor. Lorenzo Rossi, assistant professor of Plant Root Biology at UF’s Institute of Food and ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Crops, Horticulture, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research

IRREC Faculty Members to Lead on the UF Faculty Senate

by Robin Koestoyo

June 2, 2020

Two local University of Florida research professors aim to represent the state’s 12 research centers that serve prominent agricultural regions in their new roles as faculty senate members. In announcing the new leadership positions, Jack ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS
Tags: UF Senate

COVID-19 and UF/IFAS Extension

by Nick Place

March 15, 2020

Updated 03/15/20 As we continue to monitor COVID-19 in Florida, I wanted to take a moment to update our UF/IFAS Extension community about our current status, best practices and next steps. Please call your local UF/IFAS Extension office ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agribusiness, Agriculture, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Coasts & Marine, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Crops, Curriculum, Disaster Preparation, Events, Farm Management, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Food Safety, Forests, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Lawn, Livestock, Money Matters, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Professional Development, Recreation, Relationships & Family, SFYL Hot Topic, Turf, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching, , Water, Wildlife, Work & Life
Tags: Covid-19, Featured Hot Topic, Hot Topic

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