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UF Scientist Unlocks The Power Of Soil Microbes To Transform Florida Agriculture
Dr. Jose Rolando's research at UF/IFAS aims to help growers build healthier soil, reduce costs, and create more resilient crops in the face of a chan [...]
A Lasting Harvest: Florida Preserves Over 540 Acres Of Farmland And Family Legacy
State program safeguards Singleton Family Farms, securing both agricultural heritage and the Florida Wildlife Corridor.
Singleton Family Farms
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Pig On The Lam: Zephyrhills Porcine Fugitive Apprehended By Pasco Deputies
Proof of Ownership Needed to Reclaim Lost Oinker
Pig On The Lam (PCSO)
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. - A wayward pig's brief taste of freedom came to an e [...]
Urban Farming Takes Root: UF/IFAS Course Cultivates Community Food Systems
New course from UF/IFAS Extension helps urban dwellers grow food and businesses in sustainable ways.
Jiangxiao Qiu. Photo by UF/IFAS Tyler Jones
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Florida Citrus Savior: New Extension Agent Fights Greening And Climate Issues
A new citrus Extension agent brings a global perspective to tackle local challenges like citrus greening and climate change.
Edwin Gutierrez scout [...]
Florida Springs Inspire A Confluence Of Art And Science At UF Lecture
Distinguished lecture series to explore the beauty and biology of Florida's freshwater springs, kicking off a student competition bridging two discip [...]
Following Illnesses Simpson Urges Residents To Choose Pasteurized Milk From Florida Farms
Commissioner and FDACS encourage consumers to rely on safe, pasteurized dairy products from Florida farms.
Dairy Cow (File)
In the wake of a re [...]
Don’t Let The Buzz Fool You: Florida Experts Debunk The Myth Of Mosquito-Repelling Plants
That citronella plant on your patio? UF experts say it's more of a decoration than a deterrent. Learn what actually works to keep mosquitoes away.
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Florida Researchers: Sniffer Dogs And Genetic Sequencing Unearth Three New Truffle Species
UF biologists’ findings reshape the fungal family tree and reveal secrets of the highly prized Oregon black truffle.
Lolo, a Lagotto Romagnolo, st [...]
UF Scientists Warn Of Hidden Costs As Florida Embraces Artificial Turf
UF Study Highlights Public Safety and Environmental Risks Amid New State Law
Artificial Turf
While artificial turf and rock-heavy xeriscapes ar [...]