UF IFAS » Natural Resources
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The Natural Resources category of our blog expands upon what we know of our local resources, benefits, threats, and efforts being made to conserve those resources. The UF/IFAS is a federal-state-county partnership dedicated to developing knowledge in agriculture, human and natural resources, and the life sciences.
UF IFAS » Natural Resources
16h ago
Are you a nature enthusiast or simply interested in learning more about Florida’s amazing ecosystems, the plants and animals that live there, and the conservation issues they face? Are you an educator or ecotour guide looking to expand upon the information you share with others? Or maybe you’re a natural resources professional interested in professional ..read more
UF IFAS » Natural Resources
1d ago
Evidence suggests that Homo sapiens’ initial population originated in east Africa – though some think we may have originated in southern Africa, and others from northwest Africa. It is believed this occurred about 300,000 years ago. The first humans were hunter gathers and fed primarily on small prey and plants – we are omnivorous. With ..read more
UF IFAS » Natural Resources
1d ago
Farmers in the Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA) have a powerful new ally in the fight against crop diseases. Meet Monica Navia-Urrutia a plant pathologist at the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS). Working in the heart of the EAA – at the UF/IFAS Everglades Research and Education Center (EREC) — she ..read more
UF IFAS » Natural Resources
2d ago
ABE’s Rio Bonham specializes in hydrological modeling; if you asked him to give an elevator pitch of his work he might say something along the lines of, ‘I use computers to predict where water is going to be’. However, inarguably, the most special feature of his work involves a uniquely human element. Bonham, a second year Ph.D. Student ..read more
UF IFAS » Natural Resources
2d ago
Floridians who rely on private wells and septic systems now have access to a valuable online resource to ensure the safety and maintenance of their household water. Water resources regional specialized agents Yilin Zhuang (Central District) and Andrea Albertin (Northwest District) have spearheaded a comprehensive website tailored to private well and septic system owners across ..read more
UF IFAS » Natural Resources
2d ago
Farmers in the Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA) have a powerful new ally in the fight against crop diseases. Meet Monica Navia-Urrutia a plant pathologist at the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS). Working in the heart of the EAA – at the UF/IFAS Everglades Research and Education Center (EREC) — she ..read more
UF IFAS » Natural Resources
4d ago
Known as the Sunshine State, Florida is also synonymous with water. Our state boasts many beautiful beaches and is home to the vast Floridian Aquifer, providing drinking water to nearly 10 million people and feeding into numerous springs and lakes. And so, it’s no surprise that as our state’s flagship university, the University of Florida ..read more
UF IFAS » Natural Resources
5d ago
Orange County 4-H Summer Camp: Opportunities for Everyone Looking for fun and engaging educational opportunities for your kids this summer? The Orange County 4-H program has a wide variety of themed day camp options for all ages – even teens! All camps are led by UF/IFAS faculty who incorporate research-based content and use positive youth ..read more
UF IFAS » Natural Resources
5d ago
Have you ever wondered how researchers truly understand the world around us? How do they identify species, map landscapes, and analyze environmental changes? Well, Hillsborough County 4-H is diving deep into the fascinating realm of technology used to explore our world, and we’re inviting you to join us! We’re grateful to Katie Britt ..read more
UF IFAS » Natural Resources
5d ago
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF FORESTS, MARCH 21, 2025 International Day of Forests celebrates and raises awareness of the importance of the many types of forests around the globe. Today, forests cover more than 30% of the world’s land and contain more than 60,000 tree species. Forests provide fiber, food, water, clean air, carbon sequestration, biodiversity, medicines ..read more