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Keeping Cows Cool in a Changing Climate

Jun 14, 2021

As global temperatures remain on the rise it’s becoming increasingly important to safeguard the wellbeing of our livestock.

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From Puerto Rico to Central Florida: Environmental Disaster Threatens, Perpetuates Circular Migration

May 27, 2021

For decades, residents of Puerto Rico have migrated to the U.S. mainland for jobs, college, to raise children and to join family … Continue

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Florida Farmworkers Have Lacked Access to Basic Health Care Resources Throughout the Pandemic

Apr 27, 2021

When the COVID-19 pandemic began, Robin Lewy worried that farmworkers and their families in North Central Florida would be the … Continue

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Tampa Bay’s New Focus on Climate Justice

Jan 21, 2021

In response to rampant development and chronic flooding, local officials are working to address the impacts of climate change in frontline communities.

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From Puerto Rico to Central Florida: Environmental Disaster Threatens, Perpetuates Circular Migration

Jan 20, 2021

When Hurricanes Irma and Maria struck Puerto Rico massive migration from the island to places like Central Florida occurred.

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The Rise and Fall of the Miami Blue Butterfly

Dec 14, 2020

Ongoing research efforts prove there’s still hope for this butterfly — still a spot for it in Florida’s myriad of changing landscapes.

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What It’s Like To Be An Organic Farmer in Florida

Dec 14, 2020

At the beginning of the pandemic, some customers switched from grocery stores to ordering produce from small organic farms.

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UPDATE — Florida’s Environment: What Happened in the 2021 Florida Legislative Session?

Oct 22, 2020

Our student-led team has sifted through thousands of bills to find those that pertain to our state’s environment.

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Florida Farmworkers Have Lacked Access to Basic Health Care Resources Throughout the Pandemic

Oct 16, 2020
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What You Can Do to Stop the Insect Apocalypse

Oct 5, 2020

Insects are disappearing worldwide at an alarming rate — both in number and diversity. Here’s what you can do to help.

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