Humans are killing helpful insects in hundreds of ways − simple steps can reduce the harm
Intensive agriculture, climate change and pollution are among the causes of insect decline.
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Phew, Florida summers are sizzling — and UF/IFAS research shows more scorching days likely in the next 25 years
By 2050, parts of Florida may see 70 days annually with temperatures of 91 degrees or warmer.
People are flocking to Florida. Will there be enough water for them?
Climate change, a development boom and overexploitation of groundwater are draining the Sunshine State.
Farmers, aquaculturists unite to protect Florida’s land, water
The partnership brings together experts to tackle challenges like nutrient runoff and the effects of climate change.
‘Cutting-edge science’ from UF/IFAS Extension helps farmer preserve water, other parts of his ecosystem
The Furness farm consists of a balanced ecosystem where wildlife and cattle thrive.
More farms are turning to automation amid labor shortages
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Helene and Milton upended a key part of the nation’s food supply
After two hurricanes and billions of dollars in damages, the US food supply chain faces an uncertain future.
Wildfires don’t just burn farmland − they can contaminate the water farmers use to irrigate crops and support livestock
With the US averaging over 60,000 wildfires each year, they have clearly become a whole-of-society problem.
Methane emissions are at new highs. It could put us on a dangerous climate path
Cutting methane emissions is one of the best and only short-term levers we can pull to slow the rate of ...
The danger of Florida springs going extinct
With a million wells and millions of acres of people and farms, Florida’s springs are a shadow of their former ...