Ecosystem Services
Benefits people and other organisms obtain from ecosystems; examples include: pure water and clean air, scenic landscapes, wildlife habitat and biodiversity.
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Habitats
The natural environment where an organism, population or community lives, including biotic and abiotic factors.
Leisure, Recreation and Tourism
Alternate terms: leisure activies, leisure (recreation)
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Ecosystem Services Provided by Grass-Legume Pastures
The Impacts of Trimming Mangroves
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South Florida residents give urban farming a green thumbs-up as catalyst for ecosystem services, sustainable city growth
Lourdes MederosAugust 22nd, 2024Urban agriculture is emerging as a key player in the search to develop sustainable cities, offering not just fresh produce but a portfolio of ecosystem services that can extend far beyond the farm and community gardens. In the vibrant metropolis of Miami for example, urban farming perceptions have sprouted deep roots among city dwellers. Those […]
Natural resources: our ally in climate change
Alissa HeveshAugust 6th, 2024We are right in the middle of hurricane season here in Florida, and much of the state is experiencing the last remnants of Tropical Storm Debby. In Highlands County, we got by without much damage, but things did get windy and wet. Other areas have not been so lucky, including the Big Bend region who […]
UF/IFAS study offers critical insights to encourage sustainable agriculture, protect Florida grasslands, wetlands
Lourdes MederosJanuary 31st, 2024The term ‘sustainable agriculture’ involves boosting food production while conserving habitats and natural resources and reducing reliance on pesticides and fertilizers. While experts agree there is still much to learn to support its potential, they say sustainable agriculture models could promote food security, regulate climate change, promote biodiversity, improve water quality and more. University of […]
