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Veteran Florida Sea Grant Agent Takes New Role As Liaison At Federal Level – Expertise In Harmful Algal Blooms
A veteran Florida Sea Grant UF/IFAS Extension agent will now work in a larger role to help mitigate harmful algal blooms nationwide.
For 17 years [...]
Timmmberrr! … University Of Florida Experts Try To Take Subjectivity Out Of Tree-Falling Assessments
In the eye of hurricane season, you need hardy trees that can withstand the strong winds that come with the storms – and which can topple trees.
T [...]
Scientists Find New Watermelon Viruses In Florida; Help Available
Florida watermelon growers, the most productive in the nation, face two new viruses. But finding a disease is the first step to managing it, says a U [...]
Florida Gov. DeSantis Celebrates Groundbreaking Of Underground Wall To Support Everglades Restoration
Today, the South Florida Water Management District held a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of an underground seepage wall in the 8.5 Squa [...]
You Can Have It ‘Made In The Shade’ By Planting More Diverse Trees
When we plant the same trees over and over again, we create urban forests that are vulnerable to being wiped out by invading pests and diseases, a Un [...]
UF/IFAS Plants Flora To Try To Reduce Pollutants Going Into Lakes, Rivers
BRADENTON, Fla. - Now, in the middle of summer, when those afternoon or evening rains come, stormwater from lawns, driveways and roofs drains down to [...]
The World Equestrian Center, A Multi-Disciplinary Equine Facility In Ocala, Like No Other Anywhere – And More
OCALA, FL. - “The Horse Capital of the World,” solidified that position with the January grand opening of the World Equestrian Center (WEC), the larg [...]
Florida Blueberry Growers Part Of National Survey On Pollinator Use
It’s National Blueberry Month, a time to savor the fruit’s flavor, reap its health benefits -- including fiber and vitamins C and K -- and appreciate [...]
UF Study Gives Strawberry Growers A Ray Of (UV) Light At The End Of Their Pest Tunnel
For a few years, University of Florida plant pathologist Natalia Peres has used an ultraviolet light system to thwart strawberry pathogens. Peres eve [...]
FREE Virtual Classes And In-Person Workshop On Florida-Friendly Landscaping
HERNANDO COUNTY, FL. - The Hernando County Florida-Friendly Landscaping (FFL) program offers classes and workshops year-round to help residents learn [...]