The University of Florida’s School of Forest Resources and Conservation is now the School of Forest, Fisheries, and Geomatics Sciences (FFGS). The new name was announced Monday at a brief outdoor ceremony. FFGS started as a forestry department at UF …
In July 2020, Dr. J. Scott Angle became the University of Florida’s Vice President for Agriculture and Natural Resources and leader of UF/IFAS. Angle is a national leader in developing the science that supports food production and management of natural resources.
Prescribed fire is a critical management tool in Florida and the southeast. Prescribed fire is a safe way to apply a natural process, ensure ecosystem health and reduce wildfire risk. Prescribed fire greatly reduces the likelihood of wildfires and is …
