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UF scientists use AI to uncover signs of early decay in produce

July 21, 2022
UF researchers are leveraging artificial intelligence to tackle the global problem of food waste. The scientists analyzed how chemical changes in aging broccoli correspond with visual data picked up by a highly sensitive camera called a hyperspectral camera. The researchers hope to use these insights to develop a device that can scan produce for freshness.…

What does the new definition of One Health means?

July 20, 2022
At the end of May 2021, the One Health High-Level Expert Panel was launched with the support of the governments of France and Germany. This panel has an advisory role to state members of the United Nations (UN) and the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH), and it includes 26 selected key international experts from 24 countries. The…

Restaurant Customers value sustainability in seafood and are willing to pay more for it, UF Researchers say.

July 20, 2022
Highlights Consumers prefer seafood entrees more transparent information at casual and fine dining restaurants. Country of origin was unimportant, showing customer choices at restaurants differ from those made at grocery stores. Consumers prioritized sustainability and would pay more for less expensive species if they were sourced sustainably. UF/IFAS Food and Resource Economics (FRE) postdoctoral associate…

AI helps detect watermelon disease quickly, accurately

July 19, 2022
If you savor a juicy watermelon in the scorching summer heat, Florida farmers toil to meet your tastes. The Sunshine State leads the nation in watermelon production. But, like all farmers, those who produce watermelons seek ways to control diseases, so they don’t lose all or part of their crops. The needs of growers drive Yiannis…

Heat, Hydration, and Dehydration: Know the Signs and Symptoms

July 18, 2022
It is hot in Florida and around the country. We need to be mindful of keeping our bodies properly hydrated. Bring a source of water with you when working, playing, gardening, biking, running, and/or enjoying any outdoor activity. Know the signs and symptoms of dehydration and seek help when you need it. I have heard…

Spots on Your Plant Leaves? It May Be Algae!

July 18, 2022
Every summer we get a flood of emails and samples from residents who have problems with spots on their plant’s leaves. Florida summertime weather is perfect for fungi and a variety of insects who may be to blame for this problem. Sometimes herbicides can drift in the breeze and cause spotting on leaves. But every…

More rain events mean more mosquitoes

July 16, 2022
As we move more into summer months, Florida’s rainy season is in full swing.  These rain events could be hurricane or severe storm related but one of the side effects is increased mosquito populations. As UF/IFAS Entomologist Dr. Estelle Martin explains, increased rain levels can raise water into areas where mosquitos have laid their…

Time to prep for your fall Florida garden

July 15, 2022
Time to garden! With food prices climbing toward the sky it may be time to consider pulling that brown thumb out of your pocket and adding a little green paint to it.  Growing a garden can be a humbling experience, especially in Florida, but despite the fact, that you may feel your thumb is brown,…

UF-led center continues fight against diseases spread by mosquitoes, ticks

July 14, 2022
Established in 2016, the Southeast Regional Center of Excellence in Vector-Borne Disease: The Gateway Program (SECVBD) will continue its work for another five years, thanks to renewed funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). “The center is a team effort to help communities prevent, prepare and respond to vector-borne disease threats through applied research…

Snakes in Florida

July 13, 2022
The heat is on and the cold-blooded reptiles we love to hate are on the move through our landscapes. Scorned throughout history, snakes in Florida are most active through the warm seasons and are present throughout the state.   The reason they are prevalent is because their food sources are prevalent. Snakes eat insects, lizards, frogs,…
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