From the Expert
Bugs on trees?
Do you want to protect your trees, but don’t know how? We interviewed entomologists at UF and FDACS about the Southern pine beetle prevention program.
Conservation Easements
What is a Conservation Easement?
A conservation easement in Florida is a voluntary legal agreement that allows landowners to preserve the natural resources on their property by restricting development and harmful activities while retaining ownership...
Unique Challenges in Female Forest Landownership
Women’s Forest Ownership
Women owners practice forestry at a much lower rate that men. Sometimes their husband dies or they inherit it and they have to deal with the issues that arise...
To Burn or Not to Burn
Should I Burn My Forest?
Deciding whether or not to burn your forest depends on your management goals. Most forests in Florida do benefit from regular burning but it’s hard to know how to do it if you’re new...