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UF IFAS Tropical Research and Education Center retweeted
What is Challenge 250? New Crop Protection Initiative Out to Get Invasive Pests
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#cropprotection #invasivepests #research @UF_IFAS @UFTropical
.@UFTropical will launch Challenge 250, an initiative to raise $250,000 and help researchers quickly investigate and address emerging pest and plant disease threats before they spread.
Learn more 🔗 tr.ee/uf-invasive-pest-respo…
UF IFAS Tropical Research and Education Center retweeted
Think you've got an invasive plant in your yard? Between common names and lookalikes, it can be hard to identify a mystery plant. Three steps to take before ripping up the garden, on @UF_IFAS Gardening Solutions: gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.…
UF IFAS Tropical Research and Education Center retweeted
Dr. @lfelipeferrao & his team evaluated four Arabica coffee cultivars grown at @UFTropical, finding promising early yields while identifying the challenges that would need to be addressed for a future Florida coffee industry.
🔗bit.ly/46yWhkC
UF IFAS Tropical Research and Education Center retweeted
The day has arrived! Grab your clip board, chair and a cool drink; it’s time for the Great Southeast Pollinator Census. 🐝 Today and tomorrow (Fri/Sat) you can contribute to pollinator research from the comfort of your yard or any public space. Details: gsepc.org/
Registration Opens This Week: Get Ready to Join School Fishing
The countdown is on! Registration for the FWC’s School Fishing Program starts this Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 8:00 AM.
Now is the time to get your school ready to participate in a program that brings fishing, education, and conservation together. Schools can access valuable resources, such as educational materials and equipment, to help students develop fishing skills while learning to protect Florida’s aquatic habitats.
Set your reminder and don’t miss your chance to register when registration opens this Thursday at 8:00 AM!
UF IFAS Tropical Research and Education Center retweeted
Saturday:
Flowering trees add color and attract pollinators to a landscape. Join us to learn our recommendations for the best flowering tree selections for South Florida and the benefits of each tree. Registration is required.
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UF IFAS Tropical Research and Education Center retweeted
Friday:
Learn how to create your own rain soaking landscape. This program teaches attendees about proper plant selection to help filter and clean the rain, maintaining our water quality.
More Info: 305-242-2290 or [email protected]
Register: mdpls.org/event/16724845
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A hybrid Marine Habitat Restoration course will take place in @MiamiDadeCounty from Sep 11 to Oct 2. This class will explore marine habitat restoration techniques in Florida.
To view the agenda or register, please visit go.ufl.edu/ajshrjq
@FloridaSeaGrant
Feliz #TropicalFruitTuesday!
Aprende cómo cultivar atemoya en Florida! Descubre consejos prácticos sobre su siembra, cuidado y manejo para que tu árbol crezca saludable y productivo.
Más información aquí ask.ifas.ufl.edu/publication…
UF IFAS Tropical Research and Education Center retweeted
This week’s heat-tolerant edible plant can be grown throughout Florida. Chayote is a climbing vine that produces pear-shaped vegetables with a texture similar to zucchini. Learn more about growing chayote @UF_IFAS Gardening Solutions: gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.…
UF IFAS Tropical Research and Education Center retweeted
This week's heat-tolerant edible plant is boniato. Also called tropical sweet potato, boniato tubers are drier and less sweet, with a nutty taste. Learn more about planting boniato @UF_IFAS Gardening Solutions: gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.…
UF IFAS Tropical Research and Education Center retweeted
Congratulations to graduate students Suraj Melkani and Berson Valcin for winning first & third place respectively at the South Florida Research Symposium @UFTropical. An amazing event planned and organized by students! Well done!! @ErecStudent @EvergladesREC @SoilWaterSci
Happy #TropicalFruitTuesday!
@sflhort
Famous for its fruits, this week’s heat-tolerant edible plant is the mango tree. Best suited for South Florida, the "king of fruit" is available in a host of cultivars that vary in flavor and appearance. More about mango @UF_IFAS Gardening Solutions: gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.…
UF IFAS Tropical Research and Education Center retweeted
Every two years, FSG invests in applied research projects that tackle the most pressing challenges facing Florida's coasts. We're proud to present these 8 new projects, alongside our partner universities, that focus on issues that matter to Floridians. 🤝
Click here to read more about each project: bit.ly/4pike8t

ALT Promotional graphic showing storm-damaged coastal homes partially collapsed into eroded sand near the shoreline. Overlaid text states that eight research projects are addressing Florida’s coastal challenges through a $1.5 million investment from Florida Sea Grant, with a right-pointing arrow indicating additional content.
UF IFAS Tropical Research and Education Center retweeted
We're featuring heat-tolerant fruits and veggies every Monday this month! Tropical "spinaches" can take the heat and are full of nutrients. Learn more about these tropical greens @UF_IFAS Gardening Solutions: gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.…
UF IFAS Tropical Research and Education Center retweeted
Honey bees aren't the only insects pollinating our plants. It's National Pollinator Week, and we're celebrating a cast of characters. See what else is working the flowers in this post from @UF_IFAS Extension Sarasota County: buff.ly/nU1jtD2
(Photo: David Hill)
UF IFAS Tropical Research and Education Center retweeted
Congratulations to our graduate student You's Kertye Myrtil for receiving a Travel Award and earning 3rd place in the Poster Competition at the Florida State Horticultural Society Annual Meeting 2026 in Jacksonville! 🌱🎓 #Horticulture #Research @UFTropical @UF_IFAS @FSHS_Hort































