By Alyssa Vinson, Angela Collins, and David Outerbridge Fishing for a living is a careful negotiation of knowledge, understanding and awareness that coincides with a little bit of luck. It is a puzzle each day as a pattern of processes ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, , Water, Wildlife
Hurricane Ian made landfall on Sept. 28, and the vast storm surge from this event pushed extensive amounts of water into coastal areas. The mangroves that line our Florida coasts were in some cases completely submerged and the vast amounts of ... READ MORE
Category: , Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Forests, Horticulture, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension
Co-authored by Alyssa Vinson and David Outerbridge Wakeful in early morning, cool air, clear sky, what would the morning sun bring to light and sight? Intensification, quick turns, bundling up loved ones and properties. The day after Hurricane ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Florida is an unique and special place. No wonder why so many folks from other states move here! If you've recently moved to Florida and are struggling to understand your yard, use the resources outlined in this guide to help you get acquainted ... READ MORE
Category: , Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Lawn, Pests & Disease, Recreation, Turf, UF/IFAS, Water, Welcome, Work & Life
Slow cookers were first introduced in the 1940’s and it was originally intended to prepare a traditional Jewish dish that needed to cook all day. In the 1970’s, the design was sold to another manufacturer and was rebranded as a "Crock Pot", ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Post Storm Landscape Tips Immediately following storm: Identify and manage potential hazards Get help with any debris or branches near power/communication lines Watch for lifting roots that may interact with underground utilities ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Protecting Manatees is important especially here in Manatee County! Please do you part to help our mascot and namesake. Protecting Manatees factsheet found HERE For more information contact MichelleAtkinson@ufl.edu or 941-722-4524 ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Recreation, Wildlife
Pruning trees can be tricky. These factsheets can help! The information below can help you with your palm pruning and pruning hardwood trees. For more information contact MichelleAtkinson@ufl.edu or call 941-722-4824 x1818 New Tree Series ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS
Misconceptions about Electric Pressure Cookers There are many misconceptions about electric pressure cookers. Pressure cookers became a popular kitchen appliance in the 1950’s and were commonly used to can home-grown produce. Unfortunately, ... READ MORE
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Air fryers have become a very popular kitchen appliance, especially in the last few years. With all the other appliances on the market, do air fryers really live up to the hype? We think they do! Here are the benefits of cooking with an air ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Home Management, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life