Meet a Scientist: Hydroponics & Lettuce Production in Belle Glade, Florida
Designed with after-school groups in mind, the Meet a Scientist series is hosted by the Scientist in Every Florida School … Continue
Action of the Week: Eat in Season
Did you know each fruit and vegetable has a specific time of year that it is harvested? In-season produce is … Continue
Tell Me About: Avian Influenza
What’s going on? Avian Influenza, also known as HPAI, is a highly contagious virus that occurs in a variety of … Continue
Agriculture
State representatives often put forth bills that aim to balance production with environmental conservation – a task that isn’t always easy.
Tell Me About Sugarcane Burning in Florida
Learn about sugarcane burning and its effects on local communities.
Action of the Week: Practice Seasonal Eating
Eating food that is in-season can help reduce emissions, support your local economy, and even benefit your health.
Water/Ways Wednesdays: Big Water, Big Benefit: Keeping Lake Okeechobee Healthy
This virtual mini-series examines our interconnectedness through water and specifically Florida’s water. Inspired by the Smithsonian Institution Water/Ways traveling exhibit, … Continue
Water/Ways Wednesdays: Water and Life
This virtual mini-series examines our interconnectedness through water and specifically Florida’s water. Inspired by the Smithsonian Institution Water/Ways traveling exhibit, … Continue
Tell Me About: Keeping Soil Healthy in Florida
Soil is more than just dirt. It’s a complex ecosystem filled with living things, organic matter, minerals, and even liquids and gases. But soil in Florida is at risk from a number of climate change-related threats and human-caused issues.
Agriculture
While one new bill touches on agriculture and water pollution, others deal with regulation, taxation and rights for Florida farmers.