Florida growers are constantly looking for alternative crops to diversity, and find new markets; however, that hunt is becoming more intense. A promising new central Florida crop in production includes Macadamia which has found success in south ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Fruits & Vegetables, Horticulture
It is summertime in Florida, which means it is time to head to the beach! I love the beach as much (or maybe even more!) than the next Floridian, but there are some things we should keep in mind to stay safe at the beach. Whether you are ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension,
For the last five months, I have been telling producers one thing: wait until June. Now June is here, and with recent rainfall across our area, many pastures finally have the moisture needed to make pasture management investments pay off. ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, UF/IFAS ExtensionSummer is the time of year when people are easily lured to yard and estate sales. The finds can be great ranging from antiques to nearly new items. One thing to keep in mind, however, is when choosing wooden items like furniture and frames, ... READ MORE
Category: HOME LANDSCAPES, Home Management, Pests & Disease
Kalanchoe x houghtonii, also known as “mother of millions,” is an invasive species in Florida that negatively impacts our coasts. The plant grows many “plantlets” along its succulent-type leaves, each of which can separate and become ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension,
Welcome to the third blog of the Florida 101 series. If you haven’t read them yet, go back and check out our other entries on Florida weather and tides. Although it is definitely not on anyone’s list of favorite things about ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Disaster Preparation, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Florida LAKEWATCH is a citizen volunteer lake monitoring program that facilitates hands-on citizen participation in the management of Florida lakes, estuaries, rivers, and springs through monthly monitoring activities. The program is coordinated ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, , Water
We are in the thick of honey season, a special time of year when the air is filled with blooming flowers and the steady hum of hardworking honeybees. For Florida beekeepers and honey lovers alike, this is the most exciting stretch of the ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock
During the Eyes on Seagrass Blitz, one of the questions we ask is "Is there macroalgae present?" But what is macroalgae, and how can I tell it apart from seagrass? What is the difference between seagrass and algae? Seagrass is ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Maintaining healthy pastures is essential for livestock nutrition and overall farm productivity. In Central Florida, where sandy soils and high rainfall present unique challenges, proper soil management and fertilization are crucial for sustaining ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock, Turf,
Honey bees play an essential role in maintaining the health of our ecosystem by pollinating flowers, fruits, and crops. However, their behavior, especially during swarming season, is not always well understood. As spring arrives and the ... READ MORE
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