Friday, February 25, 2011

PGTV Agri-Fest clip

 

Please find the short video clip about the 2011 Agri-fest that PGTV filmed in the below link. The schedule for airing is listed below as well.

 

http://tinyclip.tv/3119544e.

 

Date

Start Time

End Time

02/22

12:21 PM

12:25 PM

02/23

12:56 AM

1:00 AM

02/23

5:48 AM

5:52 AM

02/23

11:16 AM

11:19 AM

02/23

6:26 PM

6:29 PM

02/24

3:50 AM

3:54 AM

02/24

8:54 AM

8:57 AM

02/24

8:16 PM

8:20 PM

 

 


Thursday, February 24, 2011

NEW VIDEO ON TREE PRUNING-say no to GTO !

This video looks at some common tree flaws (some natural and some due to BAD pruning)  and how to prune 

to help a tree not break apart in a high wind event. A new acronym is coined, "Say no to GTO!" No Gutting, no Topping and no Overlifting!

 

The term "Gutting" is used to describe the stripping (removal)of the smaller branches along a main branch. A "hurricane-pruning" malpractice often used by drive-by, tree hackers. Overlifting is when the lower branches are removed. Hope you find this helpful to share with other landscapers and clients!

 

See link below:

 

"Helping you beautify your landscape and protect the environment!"

Doug

Doug Caldwell, Ph.D.
University of Florida
Collier Co. Extension (a Public Services Department)
Commercial Landscape Horticulture
Landscape Entomologist
14700 Immokalee Rd.
Naples, FL 34120
239-353-4244  x203
c: 239-273-0073
FAX: 239-353-7127
http://collier.ifas.ufl.edu/CommHort/HomeCommHort.shtml

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Here is the link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ht-U1f9K7zo

To really enjoy the show make sure you watch it in the highest definition!

Under the picture is a little arrow. Click on this and choose 720p from the list. The video will play in crystal clear detail.  It’s amazing!  (See picture below)





Spanish GI-BMP class - 3/23 in Okeechobee

Okeechobee County will be hosting a Green-Industry Best Management Practices class for Spanish speakers on Wednesday March 23.   

 

If you have recently seen a copy of the brochure, the directions to our office were in English.  Christine Kelly-Begazo has provided me with the Spanish translation for the directions, and the revised pdf copy of the program announcement  is attached.  It can also be found on our website at: http://okeechobee.ifas.ufl.edu/032311.GI-BMPspanish.class.pdf

This training will include a post test and certification for the Limited Certification for Urban Landscape Commercial Fertilizer.  Pesticide applicators can also earn up to 4 CEUs for any license they hold.  

Training materials and lunch will be provided.  A fee of  US $20.00  is required to attend.  Preregistration (name, company, phone number or email) to our office is required by March 17.

Please circulate this revised announcement as widely and creatively as you can.

 

Con mucho gusto,

 

Dan

Daniel F. Culbert

Extension Agent III - Environmental Horticulture

UF/IFAS Okeechobee Extension Service

458 Hwy 98 North,   Okeechobee, FL 34972-2303

(  (863) 763 6469  cell (863) 697-0930 Nextel  159*75207*1

* indianco@ufl.edu   : http://okeechobee.ifas.ufl.edu 

: http://LaFlor.ifas.ufl.edu  : http://epaf.ifas.ufl.edu/esp 

 

Feb. Chemically Speaking

Please view the February edition of Chemically Speaking at:

http://pested.ifas.ufl.edu/newsletters/2011-02/index.htm

 

UF Agronomy Dept.

Pesticide Information Office

Wednesday, February 23, 2011

Early Registration Deadline this Friday for the 2011 Aquatic Weed Control Short Course!

 

EARLY REGISTRATION DEADLINE THIS FRIDAY:

FEBRUARY 25!

Register Early and Save $50
Earn up to 20 CEUs!   

 

2011 Aquatic Weed Control
Short Course

May 3-5, 2011
Coral Springs Marriott
Coral Springs, Florida

www.conference.ifas.ufl.edu/aw

 

Greetings!

The Short Course Agenda is now available! So register today to take part in the 2011 Aquatic Weed Short Course to be held May 3-5, 2011 at the Coral Springs Marriott Hotel, Golf Club, and Convention Center in Coral Springs, FL.

The short course is designed to benefit those new to the industry and experienced professionals seeking a comprehensive update. Topics include: 
 
· General Standards (CORE) Training
· Pesticide Application Equipment Calibration Training
· Plant Identification
· Aquatic Pest Control Category Training
· Natural Areas Weed Management Training    
· Right-of-Way Weed Management Training

The 2011 program is now confirmed, however, the CEU assignments are still forthcoming.  The  2010 CEU break-down may be used as a reference for what to expect this year. Historically 20+ CEUs in Aquatics, Rights-of-way, Natural Areas, CORE and others have been offered. 

 

Register Online Today! 

Registration is now available for the 2011 Aquatic Weed Control Short Course. Be sure that your organization is budgeted to attend this valuable training.

Early Reduced Registration Fee

(By February 25, 2011) $240.00


Regular Registration Fee

(By April 8, 2011) $290.00
Late Registration Fee
(After April 8, 2011) $340.00
Student Registration Fee
$115.00
 CLICK HERE to register today! The registration fee, combined with funds contributed by our generous sponsors, provides each attendee with the educational program, course materials, a Book of Presentations, morning, mid-day and afternoon refreshments, and Tuesday evening's welcome reception.

 

CEUs and Certification Exams

Up to 20 Florida Continuing Education Units (CEUs) may be earned by attending this course.
A representative from the Florida Pesticide Certification Office will be available at the short course to answer questions regarding CEUs and Florida licensing requirements.

Commercial, Public and/or Private Pesticide Applicator Certification testing will be offered on Thursday, May 5th from 1:15 - 4:30pm.
There is no charge for taking an exam.  Please visit the conference website for more information on the available exams.

 

Short Course Publicity

We need your help.
If you manage listservs or have access to email addresses of colleagues who may be interested in attending the short course, please forward this email, along with a link to the short course web site where updates are posted periodically.

If you manage a society or association website or newsletter where your members would benefit from this training, please consider posting this course in your upcoming events.

Thank you

Aquatic Weed Control Short Course | May 3-5, 2011
Coral Springs Marriott | Coral Springs, FL

www.conference.ifas.ufl.edu/aw

 

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Please feel free to contact me personally should you have any questions about the 2011 Aquatic Weed Control Short Course.


Sincerely,
Jhanna Gilbert, CMP

Short Course Coordinator
PO Box 110750 | Bldg. 639 Mowry Rd. 
Gainesville, FL 32611-0750| USA
PH 352-392-5930 | FAX  352-392-9734
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Meeting Site & Accommodations
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Coral Springs Marriott

11775 Heron Bay Boulevard
Coral Springs, FL 33076
PHONE: 954-753-5598
FAX: 954-753-2888
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April 10, 2011


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$122+ tax

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$192 + tax

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Note: All rooms are subject to applicable local and state taxes, currently 11%.
  

 

Short Course Presenters  

Do you regularly present at the Aquatic Weed Control Short Course?  If so, please know that speaker information and registration instructions will be emailed to you in the next day or so.  Should you have any questions, please contact Jhanna Gilbert at jhanna@ufl.edu or Dr. Bill Haller at whaller@ufl.edu.  

 

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Department of Homeland Security Certified Agroterrorism Courses

Good Morning Domestic Security and Agricultural Partners:

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Office of Agricultural Emergency Preparedness is once again partnering with the Western Institute of Food Safety and Security (WIFSS) to bring Department of Homeland Security (DHS) certified agroterrorism prevention courses to Florida. 

All courses are free of charge thanks to a DHS grant through WIFSS.  Additional sponsoring partners include the Institute for Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS-Extension), the Florida Department of Health, and the Regional Domestic Security Task Forces.

Courses to be offered in March, April, May and June 2011 include:

AWR-155 Principles of Frontline Response to Agroterrorism and Food Systems' Disasters

·         Tuesday, March 15 in Jacksonville, FL, AWR-155 Principles of Frontline Response to Agroterrorism and Food Systems’ Disasters, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Jacksonville Regional Operations Center (JROC), 921 North Davis Street, Building E, Jacksonville, FL 32209

·         Wednesday, March 16 in Gainesville, FL, AWR-155 Principles of Frontline Response to Agroterrorism and Food Systems’ Disasters, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the USDA Farm Service Agency, 4401 NW 25th Place, Suite M, Gainesville, FL 32606

·         Wednesday, April 20 in Miami, FL, AWR-155 Principles of Frontline Response to Agroterrorism and Food Systems’ Disasters, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Miami Regional Operations Center (MROC), FDLE Bldg., Emergency Operations Center, 1030 NW 111th Ave., Miami, FL 33172

·         Wednesday, May 11 in Fort Myers, FL, AWR-155 Principles of Frontline Response to Agroterrorism and Food Systems’ Disasters, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Lee County Port Authority Training Facility, 15924 Air Cargo Lane, Fort Myers, FL 33913

·         Thursday, May 12 in Sarasota, FL, AWR-155 Principles of Frontline Response to Agroterrorism and Food Systems’ Disasters, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Sarasota County Government, Emergency Operations Center, 1660 Ringling Blvd, 6th Floor, Sarasota, FL 34236

 

AWR-156 Principles of Planning and Implementing Recovery

 

·         Tuesday, March 22 in West Palm Beach, FL, AWR-156 Principles of Planning and Implementing Recovery, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Division of Emergency Management, Palm Beach County, 20 South Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33415

·         Wednesday, March 23 in Fort Lauderdale, FL, AWR-156 Principles of Planning and Implementing Recovery, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Alvin Sherman Library, Research, and Information Technology Center, 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314

·         Thursday, April 21 in Homestead, FL, AWR-156 Principles of Planning and Implementing Recovery, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Miami-Dade County Extension Office Agricultural Center, 18710 SW 288th Street, Homestead, FL 33030

·         Wednesday, June 8 in Seffner, FL, AWR-156 Principles of Planning and Implementing Recovery, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Hillsborough County Extension Office, 5339 CR-579, Seffner, FL 33584

·         Thursday, June 9 in Sanford, FL, AWR-156 Principles of Planning and Implementing Recovery, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Seminole County Emergency Operations Center, Department of Public Safety, 150 Bush Blvd., Sanford, FL 32773

To register for a course, or to get more detailed information on each of the courses offered, please go to the WIFSS web site at:

Registration:
http://wifss.ucdavis.edu/agroterrorism/classes/classesbydate.php

Additional Course Information:
http://wifss.ucdavis.edu/agroterrorism/classes/course_desc.php 

Please contact John Terry at (850) 245-1388 or John.Terry@freshfromflorida.com if you have any questions.

Sincerely,

 

Art

 

Art Johnstone, Director

Office of Agricultural Emergency Preparedness

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Art.Johnstone@freshfromflorida.com

Office - (850) 245-1322

 

Please update your records with my new e-mail address and phone number.  Thanks!

 

IFAS in the News, 2/22

Good morning! Here is IFAS in the News for Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2011.

 

 

IFAS-Related…

 

Garden Q&A: It's Not Necessary to Use Bark Sealants on Trees

http://jacksonville.com/entertainment/home-and-garden/2011-02-22/story/garden-qa-its-not-necessary-use-bark-sealants-trees

 

Hillsborough County Extension Service's New Director Helps Residents Learn and Grow

http://www.tampabay.com/news/business/article1152555.ece

 

Garden Barrels Conserve on Water

http://www.heraldtribune.com/article/20110221/ARTICLE/110229939/-1/sports?Title=Garden-barrels-conserve-on-water

 

New 'Super Termite' Moving In

http://staugustine.com/news/local-news/2011-02-22/new-super-termite-moving

 

Southwest Florida & Lee County Fair Starts Friday

http://www.pineisland-eagle.com/page/content.detail/id/512560/Southwest-Florida---Lee-County-Fair-starts-Friday.html?nav=5059

 

 

Of Interest…

 

UF to Use $1 Million Gift to Explore, Solve Dystonia Mysteries

http://www.gainesville.com/article/20110222/ARTICLES/110229894/1169?Title=UF-to-use-1-million-gift-to-explore-solve-dystonia-mysteries

 

Tree Pollen Season Begins

http://www.gainesville.com/article/20110221/ARTICLES/110229923/1169?Title=Tree-pollen-season-begins

 

African-American Women Less Vulnerable to Media-Driven Body Dissatisfaction

http://www.healthcanal.com/disorders-conditions/14701-African-American-women-less-vulnerable-media-driven-body-dissatisfaction.html

 

The Butterfly Defect

http://www.iol.co.za/travel/world/north-america/the-butterfly-defect-1.1029922

 

 

 

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Robert H. Wells

Science News Writer

UF/IFAS Information & Communication Services

Bldg. 116, Mowry Rd.

Gainesville, FL 32611

(352) 273-3569

http://news.ifas.ufl.edu/

 

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

IFAS in the news, 2/18

Good morning! Last IFAS news scan of the week:

UF tree expert: Little chance of saving Auburn oaks http://www.gainesville.com/article/20110217/ARTICLES/110219540/-1/news?Title=UF-tree-expert-Little-chance-of-saving-Auburn-oaks

It's alive: Living walls can serve as privacy hedges, decorative spots and even air conditioning (Collier County) http://www.naplesnews.com/news/2011/feb/17/its-alive-living-walls-can-serve-privacy-hedges-de/

UF researchers share expertise at scientific meeting http://news.ufl.edu/2011/02/17/aaas-meeting/

Lake Alfred Churches Form Food Pantry
http://www.theledger.com/article/20110217/REPORTER/110219793?p=1&tc=pg

Renewable energy tour announces local tour stop http://www.naplesnews.com/news/2011/feb/17/renewable-energy-tour-announces-local-tour-stop-33/

Disease-carrying Asian citrus psyllids find refuge in abandoned groves, UF study shows http://news.ufl.edu/2011/02/17/abandoned-groves/

US (FL): Orange crop numbers gloomy
http://www.freshplaza.com/news_detail.asp?id=76431

Grower tests fruit as a viable cash crop in Putnam http://www.palatkadailynews.com/articles/2011/02/17/news/news01.txt

Pruning tree-form crape myrtles
http://www.thedahloneganugget.com/articles/2011/02/16/lumpkin_loop/opinion/greg_sheppard/01%20editoriak.txt

Head off warm weather garden bugs (Duval) http://jacksonville.com/community/mandarin/2011-02-17/story/head-warm-weather-garden-bugs

Outdoors & Recreation (Pinellas)
http://www.tbnweekly.com/editorial/outdoors/content_articles/021711_out-07.txt

Psychological effects of BP oil spill go beyond residents of impacted shorelines http://esciencenews.com/articles/2011/02/17/psychological.effects.bp.oil.spill.go.beyond.residents.impacted.shorelines


News mashup:

Here comes $4 gasoline
http://finance.fortune.cnn.com/2011/02/18/here-comes-4-gasoline/?section=magazines_fortune

Soaking Up the Sun to Squeeze Bills to Zero http://www.nytimes.com/2011/02/15/science/15building.html

Therapy, Exercise Help Chronic Fatigue Syndrome http://www.webmd.com/chronic-fatigue-syndrome/news/20110217/therapy-exercise-help-chronic-fatigue-syndrome

Do the Chemicals That Turn Soda Brown Also Cause Cancer?
http://healthland.time.com/2011/02/17/do-the-chemicals-that-turn-soda-brown-also-cause-cancer/

Board of Governors OKs tuition hike for five UF graduate programs http://www.gainesville.com/article/20110217/ARTICLES/110219531/-1/news?Title=Board-of-Governors-OKs-tuition-hike-for-five-UF-graduate-programs

UF alum's dad sues city over her death
http://www.gainesville.com/article/20110217/ARTICLES/110219512/-1/entertainment?Title=UF-alum-8217-s-dad-sues-city-over-her-death

Sunshine, high temps near 80 once fog clears http://www.gainesville.com/article/20110218/ARTICLES/110219475/1169?Title=Sunshine-high-temps-near-80-once-fog-clears

Lt. Gov. Jennifer Carroll and engineer Norman Augustine speak at UF http://www.alligator.org/news/campus/article_17d6dac2-3b16-11e0-8a70-001cc4c002e0.html

Minorities get sweet deal at bake sale
http://www.alligator.org/news/campus/article_215aaac0-3b15-11e0-b45f-001cc4c002e0.html

ARS Newslink

ARS News Service
USDA Agricultural Research Service
February 18, 2011

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Matching bioenergy sites and feedstocks:
ARS researchers have figured out a cost-benefit balance between identifying the best sites for building bioenergy facilities in the Pacific Northwest and supplying those facilities with the biofeedstock needed to produce fuel. (2/15) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2011/110215.htm

Finding a polyamine way to extend tomato shelf life:
ARS scientists are working with university colleagues on a way to extend the shelf life of tomatoes, and perhaps also improve their flavor and nutritional value, by manipulating a class of nitrogen-based organic compounds known as polyamines that act as signals and play a role in the plant's growth, flowering, fruit development, ripening, and other functions. (2/16) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2011/110216.htm

Accessing agro/environmental model services through your "smart phone":
Soon there will be ag-related "apps" for smart phones, now that the Object Modeling System-a framework developed by ARS scientists and their colleagues for harnessing the power of cloud computing to run science computer models-is operational. (2/17) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2011/110217.htm

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Wednesday, February 16, 2011

IFAS in the news, 2/16

Good morning. Your mid-week IFAS news scan:

Final flight of space shuttle Discovery to carry 2 payloads built by CU-Boulder http://www.physorg.com/news/2011-02-flight-space-shuttle-discovery-payloads.html

Climatologists: La Nina may bring warm late winter to Southeast http://www.physorg.com/news/2011-02-climatologists-la-nina-late-winter.html

2011 winning roses announced (Santa Rosa County) http://www.srpressgazette.com/news/roses-12359-new-aars.html

Hometown Happenings 0216 (Hernando County -- under "education") http://www2.hernandotoday.com/content/2011/feb/16/hometown-happenings-0216/

Leon Co. Receives $480K Grant to Create 'Net-Zero' Building Facility (Leon County) http://www.wctv.tv/home/headlines/Leon_Co_Receives_480K_Grant_to_Create_Net-Zero_Building_Facility_116243304.html

Community Happenings 2-16 (Okaloosa County, under "Camellia workshop/open house") http://www.destin.com/articles/happenings-16798-destinlog-specified-unless.html


In UF/area/science news:

Zinc May Prevent and Shorten Colds
http://www.webmd.com/cold-and-flu/news/20110215/zinc-may-prevent-and-shorten-colds

Student candidates hope to stop block tuition http://www.gainesville.com/article/20110215/ARTICLES/110219668/-1/news?Title=Student-candidates-face-hard-sell-on-block-tuition-gripes

Students, faculty remember dedication, expertise of English professor http://www.gainesville.com/article/20110215/ARTICLES/110219671/-1/entertainment?Title=Students-faculty-remember-dedication-expertise-of-English-professor

UF charities campaign raises $1 million
http://www.gainesville.com/article/20110215/ARTICLES/110219686/-1/news?Title=UF-charities-campaign-raises-1-million

Sasser picks Bonahue for Santa Fe College provost http://www.gainesville.com/article/20110215/ARTICLES/110219667/1169?Title=Sasser-picks-Bonahue-for-Santa-Fe-College-provost

Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Nutrient Management Workshop

Please mark your calendars!

 

Vegetable Nutrient Management Workshop

 

Date: March 1, 2011

Time: 9:30 - 1:30 PM

Location: Gulf Coast Research & Education Center

14625 County Road 672

Wimauma, FL

33598

Check back soon for meeting agenda.

Lunch - generously provided courtesy of Eric Waldo, Haifa NutriTech

CEU’s and CCA CEU’s pending approval 

Registration and agenda here:

http://2011nutrient.eventbrite.com/

or call Jennifer at (941)722-4524

 

 

 

Crystal

 

 

Crystal A. Snodgrass

University of Florida

Manatee County Extension Service

1303 17th Street West

Palmetto, FL  34221

941-722-4524

FAX: 941-721-6608

 

Monday, February 14, 2011

New and Revised Environment Publications, December 2010 and January 2011

This email lists new and revised EDIS publications that have been released to the public in December 2010 and January 2011. They are now available on the World Wide Web at http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu. This mailing only includes publications in the Environment program area. Please see separate mailings for publications in other program areas.

 

Ecosystems & Species

 

Bats of Florida (WEC186/UW203)

Nocturnal habits, affinity for eerie places, and silent, darting flight have made bats the subjects of a great deal of folklore and superstition through the years. Given their ability to function in the dark when and where humans cannot, it is no wonder that bats have long been associated with the supernatural. Bats remain poorly understood even today. This revised 5-page fact sheet describes the species of bats that occur in Florida and provides simple tips for their identification. It was written by Holly K. Ober, Martin B. Main, and Ginger M. Allen and published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, November 2010.

http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw203

 

The Decline of Florida Torreya: An Endemic Conifer on the Edge of Extinction (FOR276/FR338)

FOR276, a 5-page fact sheet by Jason A. Smith and Aaron Trulock, suggests a new understanding of the cause of decline and discusses current efforts to assess the population and develop a recovery plan. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of School of Forest Resources and Conservation, November 2010.

http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fr338

 

Effects of Canals and Levees on Everglades Ecosystems (WEC304/UW349)

WEC304, a 20-page illustrated fact sheet by Rebecca G. Harvey, William F. Loftus, Jennifer S. Rehage, and Frank J. Mazzotti, comprehensively portrays the hydrological and ecological effects of canals and levees within the EPA landscape and considers ways their impacts may be mitigated. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, December 2010.

http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw349

 

Evolution of water quality regulations in the United States and Florida (AE431)

Water is essential to sustain life. Not only do we all need a certain quantity of water each day, but the quality of the available water is also critical. Water quality protection in the United States evolved from initially ensuring navigability of waterways to protecting our natural ecosystems. This 5-page fact sheet provides a background for understanding water quality and how it is evaluated and regulated in the U.S. with particular focus on the state of Florida. Written by Kati W. Migliaccio, Yuncong Li, and Thomas A. Obreza. Published by the UF Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, January 2011.

http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ae431

 

Fall webworm, Hyphantria cunea (Drury) (Insecta: Lepidoptera: Arctiidae: Arctiinae) (EENY486/IN878)

This 9-page illustrated fact sheet describes this pest whose larvae form large tents in the foliage of many ornamental trees & shrubs, and also agronomic crops — synonymy, distribution, description and life cycle, hosts, economic importance, and management. Includes references. Written by Andrei Sourakov and Thomson Paris, Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology as part of the Featured Creatures collection, December 2010.

http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/in878

 

Florida Invader: Cane Toad (WEC300/UW345)

Do you now how to tell the difference between a dangerous Cane Toad (a.k.a. “Bufo” Toad or Marine Toad) and a harmless native toad? This 2-page fact sheet will help you correctly identify and humanely euthanize this invasive toad that can kill pets. It was written by Steve Johnson and Monica McGarrity, and published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, November 2010.

http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw345

 

Florida Invader: Tegu Lizard (WEC295/UW340)

Sightings of this large black-and-white invasive lizard, established in areas southeast of Tampa and south of Miami, should be reported immediately to 1-888-IveGot1 or www.IveGot1.org. This 2-page fact sheet, written by Steve Johnson and Monica McGarrity provides pictures and information to aid identification. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, November 2010.

http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw340

 

Forest Remnants: Conserving and Observing Bird Diversity in Urban Settings (WEC298/UW343)

WEC298, a 7-page illustrated fact sheet by Dan Dawson and Mark Hostetler, discusses urban forest remnant design and management as it relates to bird conservation. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, September 2010.

http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw343

 

Horned passalus, Odontotaenius disjunctus (Illiger) (Insecta: Coleoptera: Passalidae: Passalinae) (EENY487/IN879)

This 6-page illustrated fact sheet describes the commonly encountered and easily recognizable beetle, also known as the “betsy beetle,” that is a beneficial decomposer of decaying wood or logs. Includes synonymy, distribution, description, life cycle and biology, feeding habitat, sounds, and selected references. Written by Christopher S. Bibbs, Amanda C. Hodges, and Rebecca W. Baldwin, Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology as part of the Featured Creatures collection, December 2010.

http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/in879

 

The Insect Community on the Soil Surface (ENY859/IN876)

It’s easy to find and collect insects, related arthropods, and other invertebrates from the soil surface using simple materials that are readily available. This 7-page fact sheet describes several collection methods and introduces common invertebrates that are found on the soil surface in agricultural fields and gardens in Florida. It was written by Harsimran K. Gill, Robert McSorley, and Lyle Buss, and published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, January 2011.

http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/in876

 

Longleaf Pine Regeneration (SSFOR13/FR064)

SSFOR13, a 8-page fact sheet by Chris Demers, Alan Long and Patrick Minogue, provides landowners with long-term, multiple-use resource management objectives with strategies for artificial and natural regeneration of this insect-, disease- and fire-resistant species. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of School of Forest Resources and Conservation, November 2010.

http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fr064

 

Oak Wilt: A Potential Future Threat to Oaks in Florida (FOR274/FR336)

FOR274, a 5-page fact sheet by Kelly Peacock and Jason Smith, provides information on the diagnosis, biology, and management of the disease and should provide guidance for future efforts to identify and manage oak wilt in the state of Florida. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of School of Forest Resources and Conservation, November 2010.

http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fr336

 

Parasitoids of Dipteran leafminers, Diglyphus spp. (Insecta: Hymenoptera: Eulophidae) (EENY484/IN877)

This 3-page illustrated fact sheet describes these promising biological control agents for agromyzid leafminers (Diptera: Agromyzidae) — distribution, description, hosts, and economic importance. Includes references. Written by Jian Li and Dakshina R. Seal, Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology as part of the Featured Creatures Collection, December 2010.

http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/in877

 

Sharks for the Aquarium and Considerations for Their Selection (FA179)

Sharks are magnificent animals and an exciting group of fishes. And they are becoming increasingly popular as pet animals. The proper care and display of sharks requires great attention to details. This 8-page fact sheet provides critical points aquarists must consider in deciding whether or not to include sharks in their aquaria. A table of the most popular sharks kept in public and home aquariums is provided to facilitate species selection. Written by Alexis L. Morris, Elisa J. Livengood, and Frank A. Chapman, and published by the UF Department of School of Forest Resources and Conservation Program in Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, December 2010.

http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fa179

 

Quick Reference Guide: Introduced Constrictors in Florida (WEC302/UW347)

WEC302, a 2-page fact sheet by Steve A. Johnson and Monica E. McGarrity, is a quick reference guide to identification of the constrictors one is most likely to encounter in Florida. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, November 2010.

http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw347

 

Understanding Soil Phosphorus Storage Capacity (SL336/SS541)

SL336, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Vimala D. Nair, Willie G. Harris, Debolina Chakraborty, and Myrlène Chrysostome, presents an approach to assessing sandy soil phosphorus (P) assimilation capacity prior to reaching a threshold of environmental concern. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Soil and Water Science, November 2010.

http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ss541

 

Wildlife Ecology and Conservation: Extension Programs and Faculty (WEC299/UW344)

WEC299, a 4-page fact sheet by William Giuliano and Emma Willcox, Describes the department’s extension programs and provides a directory of extension faculty. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, November 2010. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw344

 

 

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