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When threaten , rapid response is critical.To help researchers respond faster, UF IFAS Tropical Research and Educatio...
09/16/2026

When threaten , rapid response is critical.

To help researchers respond faster, UF IFAS Tropical Research and Education Center has launched , an initiative to raise $250,000 for rapid-response research and outreach. The initiative will provide scientists with the resources they need to quickly investigate new threats, support growers and help protect Florida’s farms, natural resources and food supply.

Learn how Challenge 250 will strengthen Florida’s first line of defense against emerging agricultural threats 🔗 tr.ee/uf-invasive-pest-response

Join UF College of Agricultural and Life Sciences for its annual alumni tailgate event, TailGATOR, on September 25. This...
09/15/2026

Join UF College of Agricultural and Life Sciences for its annual alumni tailgate event, TailGATOR, on September 25. This year, the event will be held at our Horse Teaching Unit, with live music, a cash bar, and opportunities to connect with our community.

Get your tickets before September 21 at cals.ufl.edu/events/tailgator

It's day. Celebrate by learning more about the vision and team behind the University of Florida's Food is Medicine Ini...
09/14/2026

It's day. Celebrate by learning more about the vision and team behind the University of Florida's Food is Medicine Initiative ➡️ ifas.ufl.edu/Food-is-medicine.

This effort brings together 200+ faculty representing 12 colleges to address chronic disease at its source: poor nutrition.

09/11/2026

In his latest column, Dr. Angle announced the 2026 Farm Bureau Extension Professional of the Year is Mark Mauldin!

"Mark Mauldin's work exemplifies the mission of the Florida Farm Bureau Federation by directly supporting agricultural producers through education, advocacy, and the delivery of science-based solutions that strengthen Florida agriculture," said Dr. Angle.

Read more today: https://floridafarmbureau.org/news/mark-mauldin-florida-agriculture/

University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences

Ever wonder how to lower your property taxes as a farmer in Florida? This guide breaks down the Florida Greenbelt Law—al...
09/10/2026

Ever wonder how to lower your property taxes as a farmer in Florida?

This guide breaks down the Florida Greenbelt Law—also known as the agricultural tax assessment—and how it can help reduce your property taxes if your land is used for ag purposes.

Learn how to apply from UF FYCS Department ➡️ bit.ly/3YvvS3j

The constant stream of headlines can make food recalls seem more frequent. Learn why visibility and misinformation can s...
09/10/2026

The constant stream of headlines can make food recalls seem more frequent. Learn why visibility and misinformation can shape public perception.

To help you digest the facts behind the headlines and sleep more easily, UF IFAS Department of Food Science & Human Nutrition food safety expert, Keith Schneider, explains what consumers should know about recalls, outbreaks, and the food-safety system in this Q&A 🔗 tr.ee/eRZXTIiYoY

A mosquito species never before documented in the United States has been discovered by a UF Entomology & Nematology Depa...
09/08/2026

A mosquito species never before documented in the United States has been discovered by a UF Entomology & Nematology Department researcher in Arizona's remote mountain ranges.

The species was previously known only from Mexico, and its discovery raises new questions about mosquito diversity, distribution and what our scientists still have to learn, even in places that have been studied for decades.

More on what makes this finding so significant and why continued mosquito surveillance matters 🔗 tr.ee/pw00lxK6aA

09/03/2026

Looking for a story that inspires kids to try something new?

A Heifer for Sophia follows a young girl's 4-H journey from first meeting to county fair.

Grab a copy and discover where 4-H can take you. 🍀🐄

Click the link and get your copy today 🔗 tr.ee/Ysg6YBnnn0

The secret to cleaner cuts and healthier plants? Using the right pruning tool for the job. Before your next trim, make s...
09/03/2026

The secret to cleaner cuts and healthier plants? Using the right pruning tool for the job. Before your next trim, make sure your tools are sharp and clean, and that you’ve selected the right tool. Your trees & shrubs will thank you. Send this to your friend who uses the same set of pruners for everything!

What if could help us better understand the connection between water, carbon and the choices we make on the landscape?...
09/02/2026

What if could help us better understand the connection between water, carbon and the choices we make on the landscape?

A new $1.79 million National Science Foundation (NSF) grant will support University of Florida researchers as they use and HiPerGator to develop modeling and decision-support tools that could help communities make more informed environmental decisions.

Learn how this project could shape the future of land and water management 🔗 tr.ee/fXn2X7nSHG

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