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Kayak Lunch & Learn at Rainbow River


September 20, 2024

Join us for an unforgettable journey on one of Florida's most pristine and beautiful rivers, Rainbow River. This is your chance to immerse yourself in nature while learning about our precious water resources and how to protect them. Event Highlights ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Invasive Species, Lawn, Natural Resources, Recreation, Turf, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Education, Extension, FFL, Kayak, Landscape, Lunch And Learn, Nutrient Loadings, Rainbow River, Septic Systems, Springs

Learn to Protect Your Drinking Water and Septic System: Free Workshops in Marion County


September 20, 2024

Join Us for Two Community-Oriented Workshops on Private Drinking Well Maintenance, Well Water Quality, and Septic System Care in Marion County! Are you concerned about the safety of your drinking water and the health of your septic system? ... READ MORE

Category: Events, Home Management, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Extension, Florida Well Owner Network, FWON, Hurricane Preparedness, Private Wells, Septic Systems, Well Water Testing, Workshop
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MREC Exhibits at 2024 Landscape Show, Sharing Research and Resources


September 4, 2024

The Mid-Florida Research and Education Center (MREC) connected with industry professionals at the Florida Nursery, Growers and Landscape Association (FNGLA)’s 2024 Landscape Show, a three-day event that brings in over 7,000 industry professionals ... READ MORE

Category: Events, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, Water
Tags: David Norman, Fngla, Lance Osborne, Liz Felter, The Landscape Show, Yilin Zhuang
Attendees at the Growing Together Symposium.

2024 Growing Together Symposium Connects Agricultural Community with Experts, Resources


August 8, 2024

The Growing Together Symposium made a memorable return on Aug. 1 for its second annual event, bringing together over 45 Central Florida farmers, growers and industry professionals at the UF/IFAS Mid-Florida Research and Education Center (MREC). ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, AGRICULTURE, Events, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, , Water
Tags: Ag BMPs, Ag Policies, Central Florida, Extension, Free Event, Greenhouses, Jianjun Chen, Kirsten Pelz-Stelinski, Liz Felter, Outreach, Plant Clinic, Yilin Zhuang
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Growing Together Symposium returns for its second annual event


July 12, 2024

Growing Together! Central Florida Partners for Agriculture Symposium, an event to connect the Central Florida agricultural community to allied agencies, returns for its second annual event. This year hosted in the Mid-Florida Research and Education ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, AGRICULTURE, Events, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Ag BMPs, Ag Policies, Central Florida, Extension, Free Event, Outreach, Yilin Zhuang
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Join Our Private Well and Septic System Webinar Series


June 25, 2024

  Are you curious about private wells and septic systems? Whether you’re a homeowner, a real estate professional, or simply interested in understanding these essential components, our three-part webinar series has you covered!   Webinar ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, Events, Home Management, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Drinking Water, FWON, Groundwater, Home Maintenance, Hurricane Preparedness, Private Wells, Septic Systems, Wastewater, Webinars, Well Water

Genetic Diversity of Begonia and its Potential Uses in Breeding and Landscaping Workshop


January 26, 2023

Interested in learning more about begonia production and the Mid-Florida Research and Education Center’s begonia breeding program? Join us on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for a in-service training and workshop, ... READ MORE

Category: Events, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Begonia, Begonia Breeding, Extension, Felter, Huo, In Service Training, Landscape, Research
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Free webinars on home well and septic system care offered by UF/IFAS


January 12, 2023

Florida homeowners with a private well or septic system are invited to learn more about their home water and wastewater management systems through  free webinars hosted by UF/IFAS experts. WHO: UF/IFAS water resources regional specialized ... READ MORE

Category: Events, Home Management, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Free Event, Private Well, Septic System, Septic Tank, Water Quality, Water Quantity, Webinar, Webinars, Well Water

MREC Recognizes Staff at MREC Superior Accomplishment Awards


January 9, 2023

Staff at the Mid-Florida Research and Education Center ended their year with celebration and special recognition, the MREC Superior Accomplishment Awards. The MREC Superior Accomplishment Awards recognize MREC staff and team members for their ... READ MORE

Category: Events
Tags: Accomplishment, Carmen Nazario, Employee Recognition, Irma Herrera, Matt Creech, MREC, Superior Accomplishment Awards, Superior Award

WATER WEDNESDAY PREVIEW – IRRIGATING WITH RECLAIMED WATER


April 25, 2022

Florida is known as the Sunshine State. Take central Florida where Mid-Florida Research and Education Center is for example, on average, there are 233 sunny days per year in Orlando. In addition to the sunshine, I would also like to call Florida ... READ MORE

Category: Events, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: #WaterWednesday, Alternative Water, Irrigation, Reclaimed Water, Reuse Water, Water Conservation, Water Protection, Water Supply, Water Wednesday

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