April is Financial Literacy Month. Every year state and federal agencies, financial institutions, non-profit organizations, schools, and businesses take part in efforts to highlight the importance of financial literacy and the need for financial education…. Read More
Communication is the key to success of any team and honey bees are no exception. These social insects interact using smell, taste, sound, and touch. They communicate about food resources or even about potential nearby… Read More
Silver Lining One of the silver linings of COVID pandemic for me as a food safety instructor has been the increased focus on handwashing and sanitizing surfaces. I am especially thrilled about increased handwashing since… Read More
I often get calls on how to control pickerelweed. Although this beautiful aquatic plant is a Florida native, it can spread prolifically leaving pond owners with the assumption that it’s an invasive weed. Invasive plants… Read More
March is National Nutrition Month. This annual nutrition education campaign highlights the importance of healthy eating and physical activity. This year’s theme is “Personalize Your Plate.” Since we are all a little different, the theme… Read More
Now that we know what pollinators are and types of bees found here in Florida, let’s take a closer look at bee biology. Bees belong to the order of Hymenoptera, with ants and wasps. Bees… Read More
Horse Bot Fly (Gasterophilus intestinalis) The horse bot fly or stomach bot is an internal parasite of the horse’s gastrointestinal tract. Geographical location influences seasonality of bot flies. In north Florida, the flies are more… Read More
Free Nutrients: My oak trees have been dropping leaves like crazy this fall and winter. WooHoo, free nutrients for my planted shrubs and perennials. I created large plant beads so the leaves can drop in… Read More
Savings Strategies: Part 2 People who have a savings plan are more likely to save than those without. Strategies for Saving – Part 1 encouraged you to assess your financial situation and commit to developing… Read More
American will eat an estimated 1.42 billion chicken wings on Super Bowl Sunday. Whether on game day or just for a delicious appetizer, play it safe when it comes to food safety. Contaminated Food One… Read More
