scholarly journals Timber Inventory: a primer for landowners

EDIS ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 (2) ◽  
pp. 7
Author(s):  
John Dooner ◽  
Michael G Andreu
Keyword(s):  
Forest Resources ◽  
Tree Level ◽  
Fact Sheet ◽  
Current Volume ◽  
Timber Inventory

This 7-page fact sheet written by John Dooner and Michael Andreu and published by the UF/IFAS School of Forest Resources and Conservation outlines a process called timber cruising, surveying timber inventory to estimate the current volume and value of a timber stand. The authors explain the process of timber cruising from initial tree-level measurements to the final total stand-level estimates and various methods for conducting the cruise. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fr426

Red Heart Disease in Pines Caused by Porodaedalea (Phellinus) pini in Florida

EDIS ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 (1) ◽  
pp. 3
Author(s):  
Yin-Tse Huang ◽  
Jeffrey Eickwort ◽  
Jiri Hulcr
Keyword(s):  
Heart Disease ◽  
Forest Resources ◽  
Fact Sheet ◽  
Cavity Nesting ◽  
Pine Species

All pine species in Florida are susceptible to red heart disease. The disease can decrease timber value and weaken trees, making them threats to people and property. In forests, however, the same disease can be beneficial to cavity-nesting animals like red-cockaded woodpeckers. This 3-page fact sheet written by Yin-Tse Huang, Jeffrey Eickwort, and Jiri Hulcr and published by the UF/IFAS School of Forest Resources and Conservation describes the disease and provides some tips to manage it in areas where it could cause problems for people.http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fr425

Land Use in the Wildland-Urban Interface: Urban Sprawl and Smart Growth

EDIS ◽  
2009 ◽  
Vol 2009 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lauren McDonell ◽  
Martha C. Monroe ◽  
Gene Boles ◽  
Terri Mashour
Keyword(s):  
Land Use ◽  
Urban Sprawl ◽  
Smart Growth ◽  
Forest Resources ◽  
Economic Effects ◽  
Wildland Urban Interface ◽  
Fact Sheet ◽  
Guiding Principles

Revised! FOR199, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Lauren McDonell, Martha C. Monroe, Gene Boles, and Terri Mashour, outlines the ecological, social, and economic effects of urban sprawl and describes the guiding principles of smart growth and how it can help address these issues. Includes references. Published by the UF School of Forest Resources and Conservation, July 2008. FOR199/FR260: Land Use in the Wildland-Urban Interface: Urban Sprawl and Smart Growth (ufl.edu)

scholarly journals Tung Oil Production in Florida

EDIS ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 (5) ◽  
pp. 3
Author(s):  
Patrick Joseph Minogue
Keyword(s):  
Oil Production ◽  
Forest Resources ◽  
Tung Tree ◽  
Tung Oil ◽  
Central Florida ◽  
Fast Growing ◽  
Fact Sheet ◽  
Alternative Crop ◽  
History Of ◽  
Potential Alternative

Tung tree seed produce an oil that is valuable in wood finishing and for various other uses. Development of a later-flowering tung tree cultivar has sparked renewed interest in tung seed as a potential alternative crop for northern and central Florida on sites having relatively well-drained, fertile soils and adequate moisture. This 3-page fact sheet written by Pat Minogue and published by the UF/IFAS School of Forest Resources and Conservation presents a history of tung oil production in Florida and provides the ecology and cultivation of the fast-growing trees. It outlines a plan for additional research to determine whether tung oil could again be produced in Florida. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fr420

scholarly journals New Twist in Managing Cogongrass

EDIS ◽  
2008 ◽  
Vol 2008 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rick Williams
Keyword(s):  
Forest Resources ◽  
Fact Sheet

FOR-185, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Rick Williams, presents the results of several experiments evaluating various herbicides used to control this invasive, nonnative plant in Florida. Includes references. Published by the UF School of Forest Resources and Conservation, May 2008.

scholarly journals Forest Management in the Interface: Forest Health

EDIS ◽  
2008 ◽  
Vol 2008 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert A. Schmidt
Keyword(s):  
Forest Management ◽  
Forest Health ◽  
Forest Resources ◽  
Wildland Urban Interface ◽  
Health Concerns ◽  
Fact Sheet

Revised! FOR-178, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Robert A. Schmidt, describes forest health concerns in the wildland-urban interface, which include slightly different issues and quite different management solutions than the same concerns in rural forests. Published by the UF School of Forest Resources and Conservation, July 2008.

scholarly journals Key to Nine Common Smilax Species of Florida

EDIS ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lynn Proenza ◽  
Michael Andreu
Keyword(s):  
Common Species ◽  
Forest Resources ◽  
The State ◽  
Fact Sheet

Identifying species found in Smilax the genus can be difficult because species resemble one another closely. One must be careful to use detailed descriptions in order to correctly identify a specimen. Smilax species are important because they can provide shelter and food for wildlife and have provided humans with medicine, food, and dyes. Twelve Smilax species are found in Florida. This 8-page fact sheet covers the nine more common species that one may encounter in the state. Written by Lynn Proenza and Michael Andreu and published by the UF Department of School of Forest Resources and Conservation, January 2013. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fr375

scholarly journals Miami-Dade County’s Urban Forests and Their Ecosystem Services

EDIS ◽  
2011 ◽  
Vol 2011 (8) ◽  
Author(s):  
Francisco Escobedo ◽  
Joy Klein ◽  
Micah Pace ◽  
Henry Mayer ◽  
Sebastian Varela
Keyword(s):  
Air Pollution ◽  
Ecosystem Services ◽  
Real Estate ◽  
Natural Resource ◽  
Urban Forest ◽  
Urban Forests ◽  
Forest Resources ◽  
Dade County ◽  
Fact Sheet

The urban forest in Miami-Dade County reduces air pollution, controls stormwater, reduces crime, increases real estate values, and improves livability. This 14-page fact sheet can be used by urban foresters, residents, and planners to better understand and maximize the benefits of this important natural resource. Written by Francisco Escobedo, Joy Klein, Micah Pace, Henry Mayer, and Sebastian Varela, and published by the UF Department of School of Forest Resources and Conservation, July 2011. (UF/IFAS Photo by Eric Zamora) http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fr347   

scholarly journals How Ornamental Fish Get Their Color

EDIS ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Frank A. Chapman ◽  
Richard D. Miles
Keyword(s):  
Water Systems ◽  
Forest Resources ◽  
Ornamental Fish ◽  
Conservation Program ◽  
Fact Sheet ◽  
Orange Yellow ◽  
Food Fish ◽  
Aquatic Sciences ◽  
Genetically Determined

Color in fish is mostly genetically determined, but they are unable to produce red, orange, yellow, green, and some blue colors themselves. They get these colors from their food. Fish raised in aquariums or recirculating water systems without pigment supplementation in their diet will fade and lose their vibrant hues. Even in ponds, dietary pigment supplementation can make fishes brighter and more variably colored, just like their wild counterparts. This 6-page fact sheet written by F. A. Chapman and R. D. Miles and published by the UF/IFAS School of Forest Resources and Conservation, Program in Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, addresses how ornamental fish get their colors and provides a list of ingredient sources for diets that can be used to enhance and intensify fish colors.http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fa192

scholarly journals Fortunella spp., Kumquat

EDIS ◽  
2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 (10) ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael G. Andreu ◽  
Melissa H. Friedman ◽  
Robert J. Northrop
Keyword(s):  
Forest Resources ◽  
Good Choice ◽  
Citrus Tree ◽  
Fact Sheet ◽  
Green Leaves ◽  
Bright Orange ◽  
Dark Green ◽  
Citrus Trees

Fortunella spp., Kumquat (FOR300/FR368) Many people find kumquat trees attractive and useful yard specimens. Their dark green leaves and contrasting bright orange fruits give them ornamental quality, and their relatively small size makes them easy to care for once they’re established. Because kumquats generally require less care than other citrus trees, they may be a good choice for gardeners with less time or experience, but who still desire an attractive and tasty citrus tree. If space is an issue, kumquats also do well in containers as long as they receive proper sunlight and watering. This 2-page fact sheet was written by Michael G. Andreu, Melissa H. Friedman, and Robert J. Northrop, and published by the UF Department of School of Forest Resources and Conservation, July 2012. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fr368

scholarly journals Wood to Energy: Use of the Forest Biomass for Wood Pellets

EDIS ◽  
2009 ◽  
Vol 2009 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Marian Marinescu ◽  
Todd Bush
Keyword(s):  
Energy Source ◽  
Renewable Energy Source ◽  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Energy Use ◽  
Forest Biomass ◽  
Forest Resources ◽  
Research Needs ◽  
Wood Pellets ◽  
Fact Sheet ◽  
Source Current

FOR-207, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Marian Marinescu and Todd Bush, is part of the Wood to Energy series. It introduces the use of wood pellets as a renewable energy source — current and new feedstock sources, feasibility, and research needs. Includes references. Published by the UF School of Forest Resources and Conservation, February 2009.

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