July 18 was National Tropical Fruit Day! This fruity day celebrates exotic tropical fruits from around the world and offers sweet facts. Did you know jackfruit is the world's largest tropical fruit, reaching up to two feet and 40 pounds? Let's celebrate all month with a wealth of information from our blogs and EDIS publications from our experts!
Innovative methods are enhancing passion fruit production in Florida. Researchers are addressing challenges like cold winters and disease to improve yield and quality, benefiting the state’s agriculture industry.
UF/IFAS Extension Nassau County agent David Hébert collaborates with Townies Pizzeria to educate on composting and transforming food waste into compost for their garden. This partnership benefits the community and promotes sustainability.
UF/IFAS faculty highlight the health benefits of blueberries, calling them "power berries" for their nutrient-rich profile and links to improved memory and heart health. Enjoy them in oatmeal, salads, or even blueberry chili.
The new MASS Haptic pavilion, a 400-square-foot timber structure near the Reitz Union, will showcase renewable building materials and promote sustainable construction practices using locally sourced wood.
With over 12,500 insect species in Florida, identifying "good" and "bad" bugs can be challenging. Discover common pests and beneficial insects in your backyard and how to recognize and understand them better.
Raising animals in 4-H teaches youth essential life skills. By caring for chickens, rabbits, goats, and horses, participants develop responsibility, leadership, money management, and empathy, preparing them for the future.
Blue Tilapia, an invasive species in Florida, thrive in stormwater ponds and compete with native fish for food and habitat. Their high reproductive success disrupts local ecosystems and endangers native species.
Authored by UF/IFAS Extension agents and mycology specialists, this journal is your documentation companion for mushroom exploration. Ideal for students, nature enthusiasts, and anyone curious about Florida's fungi!
Mark Tancig, Residential Horticulture Agent with UF/IFAS Extension Leon County visits Cascades Park in Tallahassee and provides insights on the value of such parks and how Extension plays a role.
Help protect nesting sea turtles and hatchlings by minimizing human impact, such as reducing artificial lights and removing beach furniture. Learn about common Florida sea turtle species with detailed illustrations.
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