Tag Archives: conservation

The Plight of Bees

A new article from National Geographic details what’s happening with bees in Hawaii, which may be a preview of things to come for other areas. For the First Time, Bees Declared Endangered in the U.S.

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Soil and Water Gazetteer April 2013

Fire Ecology What is fire’s role in the environment?  How can humans respect and promote that role?  This month’s gazetteer looks at this amazing part of natural and human environments. April 2013 Gazetteer (PDF, 365 KB)

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Soil and Water Gazetteer January 2013

Where We Live Matters Human impact on ecology occurs in ways that most people overlook.  Americans still look at the natural world through the lens of “Bambi” instead of getting out and experiencing it themselves.  This month’s gazetteer is a … Continue reading

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Florida Commissioner of Agriculture on Water

Adam Putnam, the Florida Commissioner of Agriculture, recently wrote for “Growing Produce” about Florida’s water concerns and about one of the solutions, Mobile Irrigation Labs.  Read about it here.

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Florida Friendly Landscaping on Marco Island

Nancy Richie, an environmental specialist for the City of Marco Island, has an article in the Naples Daily News about the many benifits of Florida Friendly Landscaping.  The FFL Demonstration Garden at City Hall is a good example.  Read the … Continue reading

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