For information about this new destructive termite, a cross between an Asian subterranean and a Formosan termite see this link: http://news.ifas.ufl.edu/2005/04/double-trouble-ufifas-researchers-find-another-termite-in-south-florida-as-destructive-as-formosan-super-termite/ READ MORE
Category: Home ManagementSpring is the time of year when ants are swarming to mate and form new colonies. Many ant species are found in Florida, but not all are household pests and some only cause problems occasionally. The University of Florida/IFAS highlights ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Work & LifeRemember - Wednesday, October 15th is our annual CEU Update. We start the day with GHP at 8 AM then continue with Core, Termites and end the day with Fumigation. Please make sure to reserve your seat today! To register for any of these ... READ MORE
Category: Horticulture, Pests & Disease, TurfHow can I tell the difference between a termite and an ant? How can I tell if the soilder is a subterranean or a drywood? What differences can I look for in their wings? The University of Florida Pest Managment University Newsletter ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, Horticulture, Pests & DiseaseWill your vehicle pass an FDACS inspection? Do you know what to do if there is a pesticide spill? Come to the core class and find out.Silverfish, Bedbugs and Caribbean Crazy Ants will be discussed in the GHP module. Learn new research information ... READ MORE
Category: Pests & DiseaseIf you need fumigation, GHP, termite and/or CORE CEUs please go to this link to register: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/4019297828/eorg If you need any of the lawn/turf/ornamental CEU categories and/or CORE please go to this link to ... READ MORE
Category: Pests & DiseaseHere is a great opportunity to earn CEUs (2 per category), learn from UF experts Dr. Koehler (the cat man) and Dr. Kern. We also have a special guest from FDACS, Paul Mitola, who will be presenting a hands-on spill demonstration and clean-up. Sign ... READ MORE
Category: UF/IFAS ExtensionUninvited guests are always a challenge here in the Sunshine State- whether it’s insects or your aunt that won’t leave your guest room. Here’s a little bit of information about one of these unwelcome visitors, the drywood termite. The ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Pests & DiseaseRecently we have had several folks come to our Lawn and Garden Help Desk to have these insects identified. Unfortunately, we have to tell them they are subterranean termites. Not what you want to hear if they are swarming in your house. To ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Pests & DiseaseMulch provides many benefite in the landscape. It helps prevent the loss of water from soil by evaporation and can improve the absorption of water into the soil. Mulch can supress weeds; moderate soil temperature; and reduce erosion. The ... READ MORE
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