April 10 has officially been adopted by the Gopher Tortoise Council, as Gopher Tortoise Day! A Look at the Gopher Tortoise Gopher tortoises are land-dwelling reptiles that grow to about 10 to 14 inches long and weigh ... READ MORE
Category: , Conservation, Natural Resources, Wildlife
Let's take a moment to appreciate the gentle giants that inhabit Florida's waters, THE MANATEE! (more…) READ MORE
Category: , Natural Resources, Water, Wildlife
On today’s episode, you’ll learn about three non-venomous snake species common to residential areas in Florida. Slithering into a neighborhood near you, these common snakes are found all over Florida. Learn more, on this episode of Naturally ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Natural Resources, Wildlife
The weather is warming up and we’re more inclined to head outdoors but don’t forget that it’s time to do some indoor work too! And although we may have done some of this since the pandemic began perhaps you’ve fallen short of what you ... READ MORE
Category: , Work & Life
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused major disruptions to Florida food markets. Sales of food products to restaurants and schools have fallen drastically. Some farmers markets have closed. Sales through grocery stores spiked upward initially, but ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, UF/IFAS Extension
The following is reprinted from the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council. They are updating this page daily. Taking into consideration reported cases of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) infections in Florida, the Tampa Bay EDC is providing resources ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Coasts & Marine, Disaster Preparation, Home Management, Natural Resources
Service Learning Part 3: Giving Back During the Holidays During the holidays, many people begin to think about how they can give back to their communities, even in a small way. Many people donate money, time, food, or clothing to different ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers
The Florida 4-H State Council is proud to be continuing the State Service Project – “Living in Florida’s Environment.” (more…) READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & VolunteersIt’s that time of year! Swallow-tailed Kites are returning to Florida from their winter homes in South America. You will often spot these large, distinct black and white birds soaring and cutting through the air as they feed while flying. Swallow-tailed ... READ MORE
Category: WildlifeSkip a Week (or Two) of Watering this Winter As we enter the heart of an El Nino winter, we can expect our temperatures to remain low and precipitation to remain high across the Tampa Bay region. This winter is a perfect time to take manual ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Work & Life