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Monday, March 11, 2013
Live Oak Gall Wasp Control With Dr. Eileen Buss
IFAS in the news, 3/11
Good morning! Hope everyone isn’t sluggish after springing ahead. Here is the IFAS news roundup from this weekend, some of it the result of IFAS Communications’ news releases:
Drug-proof grapefruit
http://www.nature.com/nbt/journal/v31/n3/full/nbt0313-186b.html
5 Ways to Lower Your Taxes
http://news.menshealth.com/surprising-tax-deductions/2013/03/11/
Aggressive Florida mosquito set to spoil summer, scientist says
Huge Florida mosquitoes: Monster insects are called 'Gallinippers'
Florida Strawberry Festival hosts 39th Youth Plant Show and Sale (Hillsborough 4-H)
http://www2.tbo.com/news/sun-city-center-news/2013/mar/10/florida-strawberry-festival-hosts-39th-youth-plant-ar-652037/
Azaleas come in all sizes, colors (Alachua/Marion)
http://www.ocala.com/article/20130309/COLUMNISTS/130309795
BOUQUET GARDEN CLUB (after first subhead – Polk)
http://www.theledger.com/article/20130311/COLUMNISTS/303115001
Spring 'Short & Sweet' Horticulture Series in Bunnell (Flagler)
http://www.news-journalonline.com/article/20130309/LIVING/130309775/1064?Title=Spring-Short-Sweet-Horticulture-Series-in-Bunnell-
Orange juice soars most in 14 months
http://staugustine.com/news/business/2013-03-09/orange-juice-soars-most-14-months#.UT3MIlf-Ics
Starfish flower is pretty — and smelly (Hillsborough)
http://www2.tbo.com/lifestyles/life/2013/mar/10/banewso7-starfish-flower-is-pretty-and-smelly-ar-653454/
Florida freeze hammers corn and beans, increases prices
http://www.agprofessional.com/newsletters/agpro-weekly/articles/Florida-freeze-hammers-corn-and-beans-increases-prices-196478501.html?ref=501
Mango board drafts food safety road map
http://www.thepacker.com/fruit-vegetable-news/Mango-board-drafts-food-safety-road-map-196837451.html
Ask Dr. Hort: Find right product to weed out Southern weeds (nice IFAS bookstore mention)
Address rose-fungus issue immediately (Orange)
Other noteworthy news:
How to Resurrect Lost Species
Antibiotics are 'ticking time-bomb', warns medical chief
Florida newspaper study: Court records access delayed in some counties, not Collier
http://www.naplesnews.com/news/2013/mar/10/florida-newspaper-study-court-records-access-fla/
UPD to tighten safety belt enforcement
http://www.alligator.org/news/campus/article_eab7be84-89fc-11e2-9850-0019bb2963f4.html
Sunday, March 10, 2013
ARS Newslink
USDA Agricultural Research Service
March 8, 2013
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Studying weight loss:
Weight-management studies led by USDA scientists are helping determine why some dieters lose more weight than others, and are more successful in keeping it off. The research may lead to successful, science-based strategies for weight management. (3/4) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2013/130304.htm
Finding a fix for manure spills:
A manure spill that reaches a nearby creek or river can create a serious environmental hazard because it significantly boosts phosphorus loads in the water. Now USDA scientists and their research partners have determined how channel sediments capture and release manure phosphorus, and have identified strategies for reducing phosphorus loads from manure spills. (3/7) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2013/130307.htm
Deterring ticks with natural repellents:
Why do birds, monkeys and other animals rub themselves with citrus and creatures like millipedes? One likely reason is because certain plants and arthropods contain natural repellents.
Scientists with USDA and the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute are examining citrus compounds and millipedes for effectiveness against ticks. (3/8) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2013/130308.htm
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Wednesday, March 6, 2013
IFAS in the News, 3/6
Good morning! Here is IFAS in the News for Wednesday, March 6, 2013.
IFAS-Related…
State prone for mosquito season ripe with painful behemoth
http://www.gainesville.com/article/20130305/ARTICLES/130309802?tc=cr
Urban chicken farmers passionate about their hobby
http://www.gainesville.com/article/20130303/ARTICLES/130229515/1184?p=1&tc=pg
An urgent need to find citrus greening cure: fund research now
http://www.bradenton.com/2013/03/06/4421236/an-urgent-need-to-find-citrus.html
EHV-1: Information You Need to Know
Edible flowers please the palate and the palette
EXTENSION CONNECTION: Information on gluten-free foods
Extension Service office gets new director (Washington County)
http://www.chipleypaper.com/news/local/extension-service-office-gets-new-director-1.105780
FDA takes ag history on the road with exhibit
Community Affairs Dinner applauds Brandon volunteers
How will climate change affect restoration of the Florida Everglades?
Of Interest…
UF scientists discover new crocodilian, hippo-like species from Panama
http://news.ufl.edu/2013/03/05/new-species/
UF professor to be ‘Jeopardy!’ contestant
http://news.ufl.edu/2013/03/05/uf-professor-to-be-%E2%80%98jeopardy%E2%80%99/
Documentary, discussion will unearth the legacy of ‘Johns Committee’ at UF
http://news.ufl.edu/2013/03/05/johns-committee/
Preeminent universities bill still on agenda
Report shows Florida’s life science sector is on the rise
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UF/IFAS Communications
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Tuesday, March 5, 2013
IFAS in the news, 3/5
Good morning. Here is today’s IFAS-related news:
Huge, aggressive mosquito may be abundant in Florida this summer, expert warns
http://phys.org/news/2013-03-huge-aggressive-mosquito-abundant-florida.html
Utilities unite to try to stop climate change from shrinking water supply
Temps were close to freezing Monday (St. Johns)
http://staugustine.com/news/local-news/2013-03-04/temps-were-close-freezing-monday#.UTXtxlf-Ics
Of birds and plants (Highlands)
http://www2.highlandstoday.com/news/highlands-news/2013/mar/04/of-birds-and-plants-ar-649192/
Other news:
Residents near Withlacoochee, Suwannee rivers warned of pollution
http://www.gainesville.com/article/20130304/ARTICLES/130309879?tc=cr
Gainesville leads nation in antipsychotic drug use
http://www.gainesville.com/article/20130304/ARTICLES/130309839
FW: NISAW activities for Wed. afternoon and potential $$
Hi all,
1) $ first: Effective management of invasive non-native plants on Florida’s public lands and in waterways requires science-based policy and methodology and good communications with the public. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Invasive Plant Management Section annually calls for pre-proposals to conduct research and outreach in the field of invasive plant management. To submit a research and/or outreach pre-proposal for state fiscal year 13-14 funding, please see the directions in the PDF attached to this email. The deadline for pre-proposal submittal is April 15, 2013.
2) NISAW WebEx on federal regulations on Wed. afternoon:
The Federal Regulatory Framework for Controlling the Movement of Invasive Species and Updates on National Coordination Efforts
*Organizers are seeking CLE Credit*
6 March 2013
Main Interior Building, 1849 C St NW, Washington DC 20240, Room 7000 A & B
*Please rsvp to scarman@blm.gov*
Background Material – Legal and Regulatory Efforts to Minimize Expansion of Invasive Mussels through Watercraft Movements: A Co-learning Workshop and peer-reviewed publications (in press)
1:00 Welcome Remarks (Lori Williams, National Invasive Species Council)
1:15 Current Federal Law – 15 minute presentations followed by panel discussion will provide participants with a general understanding of the state of federal laws controlling the movement of invasive species:
· Federal Legal Frameworks – an overview of federal authorities, legislation, and regulations (Stephanie Showalter Otts, Director, National Sea Grant Law Center)
· Status of Injurious Wildlife Provision of the Lacey Act (Craig Martin, Aquatic Invasive Species Branch Chief, US Fish and Wildlife Service)
· Legislative Proposals for Reform (Stephen Phillips, Sr. Program Manager, Pacific State Marine Fisheries Commission)
2:15 Role of the States - This section will focus on the role of states who have primary law enforcement authority for aquatic invasive species and highlight some differences between state regulations, including discussion of the different types of regulations such as black/white lists (Priya Nanjappa, Invasive Species Coordinator, Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies) and examples of state programs:
· Colorado (Elizabeth Brown, Invasive Species Coordinator, Colorado Parks and Wildlife)
· Pennsylvania (Tim Schaeffer, Director of the Bureau of Policy, Planning and Communications, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission)
3:00 Break
3:15 Legal Framework in Action - 15 minute presentations on emerging and long-standing aquatic invasive species legal/regulatory challenges across the country, followed by a panel discussion:
· Boat Movements in the West (Jas Adams, Attorney-in-Charge, Natural Resources, Oregon Department of Justice)
· Asian Carp (Ron Brooks, Fisheries Director, Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources)
· Invasive Species Bills (Peter Jenkins, Executive Director, Center for Invasive Species Prevention)
4:20 Outcome of Phoenix Workshop and Progress to Date on Action Plan
4:40 Closing Discussion: Potential for Collaborative and Voluntary Approaches (Group Discussion)
***Live remote participation available***
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Call: 877-916-9133, Participant Code: 228415 - please share lines when possible
3) Another Wed. afternoon NISAW WebEx, this one about NISAW Communicating about invasives:
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The group will develop a set of recommended audiences and possible themes for the development of a unified message for terrestrial species equivalent to “Stop Aquatic Hitchhiker”. Participants will be asked to work with their organizations to gauge the feasibility of a shared message and maintain communications on this outreach effort. Next steps and a lead for continuing this effort will be identified.
Agenda:
1-1:15 Introductions
1:15-2:00 Overview of existing outreach campaigns: slogan, audience, scope, and efficacy
Laura Van Riper “PlayCleanGo”
Greg Rosenthal “Leave Hungry Pests Behind”
David Pegos “Buy it Where you Burn It”
Others are welcome! Please bring examples of your materials.
2:15-2:45 Feasibility of a shared message, audiences and scope?
2:45-3:00 Next steps and future communication needs.
Resources and examples:
Definitely don’t miss the list compiled by Chris Evans via the Illinois Invasive Species Month blog:
http://illinoisisam.blogspot.com/search/label/slogans
Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers! http://www.protectyourwaters.net/
PlayCleanGo! http://www.playcleango.org/
Leave Hungry Pests Behind! http://www.hungrypests.com/
Buy it where you burn it! http://www.firewood.ca.gov/
An International Workshop by EPPO/CoE/EEA/IUCN ISSG will be holding a workshop: How to communicate on pests and invasive alien plants? Oeiras (PT), 2013-10-08/10
http://archives.eppo.int/MEETINGS/2013_conferences/communication_pt.htm
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