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UF/IFAS Mosquito Experts I recently had the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues at the UF/IFAS Florida Medical Entomology Lab (FMEL) in Vero Beach, FL. FMEL Assistant Professors Dr. Eva Buckner, Dr. Yoosook Lee, and Dr. Lawrence Reeves ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, , Home Landscapes, Invasive Species, NATURAL RESOURCES
Pomegranates (Punica granatum) are deciduous trees or shrubs with delectable and nutritious fruit that are highly prized. They are indigenous to certain regions of Iran and have been cultivated for millennia. Pomegranates are relatively simple ... READ MORE
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The rising temperatures and climate change challenges of recent years have brought a significant threat to citrus trees. Heat stress, caused by prolonged exposure to high temperatures, poses a severe risk to citrus trees. Also, excessive soil ... READ MORE
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About this Habitat Evaluation Course The UF/ IFAS Extension offices in Indian River and St. Lucie Counties are pleased to announce the upcoming Florida Master Naturalist Program Habitat Evaluation hybrid steward course which starts June 14, ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, , Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Forests, Invasive Species, NATURAL RESOURCES, Recreation, Water, Wildlife
About Lakeside Ranch STA On an early Saturday morning in April, I went on an amazing birding excursion at Lakeside Ranch Stormwater Treatment Area (STA). South Florida Water Management District manages the approximately 2,700 acre site which ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, , NATURAL RESOURCES, Recreation, Water, Wildlife
About these resources This UF/IFAS Blog presents the new invasive reptile coloring books from the UF Croc Docs. It contains information about Burmese pythons, Argentinian black and white tegu, and other nonnative reptiles now found in Florida. ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, , Home Landscapes, Invasive Species, NATURAL RESOURCES, Wildlife
With all the negative news we’ve heard lately about looming recessions and bank failures, it can be unnerving. So let’s all just pause for a bit of positive financial news. More states are adopting financial education requirements for public ... READ MORE
Category: , Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Introduction Beautyberry (Callicarpa americana), often known as American mulberry, is native to Florida. The beautyberry plant is small enough to be used in flower beds or as a standalone center. Its typical height is 6 feet and width ... READ MORE
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Vultures as nature's scavengers. Turkey vultures are commonly seen throughout the Florida Treasure Coast communities of Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River Counties. They are fairly easy to distinguish from black vultures. Turkey vultures ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, , Home Landscapes, NATURAL RESOURCES, Pests & Disease, Wildlife
The UF/IFAS Extension St. Lucie County is located in the rural western St. Lucie County. We have two freshwater ponds and predominantly pineflat woods forested areas. We are fortunate to have black-bellied whistling ducks that visit our ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, , Home Landscapes, NATURAL RESOURCES, Wildlife