Research/Outreach Focus

A team of multi-disciplinary researchers/extension specialists in cooperation with stakeholders and partners will conduct basic and applied research on the following issues and develop applications to further the health and sustainability of forest ecosystems:

  • Restoring Florida forest ecosystems
  • Evaluating water quality and quantity
  • Valuing forest ecosystems
  • Assessing visitors & recreation management strategies
  • Promoting biodiversity, wildlife and fish populations
  • Controlling invasive, exotic species
  • Cost effective conservation planning through public-private ventures
  • Exploring innovative market opportunities
  • Understanding and using prescribed fire
  • Enhancing threatened and endangered species

New and existing knowledege of these issues will be disseminated by:

  • Presenting conferences, workshops, and seminars
  • Educating the public on forest ecosystem research through the Florida Cooperative Extension Service
  • Developing pratical applications for cooperative members and industrial and family forest landowners
  • Serving as a clearing house for new information
  • Enhancing communication among stakeholders
  • Facilitating access to technical expertise and information