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UF/IFAS News Digest, Week of Nov. 4: Veterans Day; Florida-Friendly landscaping; a seagrass 'blitz'

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For the week beginning November 4, 2024

TIMELY NEWS

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At UF/IFAS, we deeply appreciate the courage and sacrifices of our veterans. This Veterans Day, we pause to honor those who have served and are still serving. Here are some upcoming events, compiled by UF at Work, and a statewide calendar to help connect veterans with supportive resources and gatherings. Join us in showing gratitude and supporting those who’ve given so much.

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Combat-injured Marine Corps veteran Mary Katherine Mason-Alston turned a family shortbread recipe into a business. With help from UF/IFAS Extension Pasco’s SMARTstart program, she now shares her beloved treats from her Dade City store.

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UF has begun building a Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ demonstration garden at Malachowsky Hall. This eco-friendly project aims to inspire students and visitors to create sustainable, beautiful landscapes in their own yards.

From Around IFAS

News from across the UF/IFAS network.

The Peanut Butter Challenge is back and more exciting than ever! Hosted by UF/IFAS Extension and FAMU Cooperative Extension, this annual jar collection gives back to our community, just in time for the holidays.

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Do you spend time out on the Indian River Lagoon? Whether you enjoy boating, canoeing, fishing, kayaking, snorkeling or just soaking up the sun in these critical estuaries, Florida Sea Grant is calling on volunteers for the Eyes on Seagrass Blitz.

RELATED ARTICLES: Seagrasses

Join GIS Day on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at UF's Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center—a valuable forum for college students to explore geospatial science and career opportunities in the field.

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Learn how Southeast ranches manage hay and winter grazing to support cow-calf operations. This blog provides insight and best practices for reducing waste and balancing forage needs through the winter months.

RELATED RESOURCE: Hay - Ask IFAS.

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Our blogs share knowledge: Weekly “What is it?”: Brazilian aeolid

A local oysterman stumbled upon one of the oddest sea creatures we’ve seen—a tiny, inch-long marvel with fleshy horns and rows of waving tentacles. Santa Rosa and Escambia County Sea Grant agents took on the mystery! Photo credit: https://tinyurl.com/Brazilian-aeolid 

Dr. Heidi Radunovich, Licensed Psychologist and Extension Specialist with UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences. In this video, she discusses ways to recognize and deal with stress.

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Visual learning: Poinsettia pointers

Curious about poinsettias? Our infographic covers fun facts and essential care tips for keeping these colorful plants healthy indoors or out—from watering to pruning and everything in between!

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