by piecenter | Nov 6, 2020 | Easy as PIE, Recorded
COVID-19 has altered the way many producers in Florida operate their businesses. Agricultural operations have had to implement new onsite protocols to keep farmers and farm workers safe, and there have been severe disruptions in the food supply chain. On November 19...
by piecenter | Oct 15, 2020 | Easy as PIE, Recorded
Harmful algal blooms, or HABs, occur when colonies of algae — simple plants that live in the sea and freshwater — grow out of control and produce toxic or harmful effects on people, animals or ecosystems. Florida experiences HABs like red tide (caused by Karenia...
by piecenter | Oct 8, 2020 | Easy as PIE, Recorded
During the current pandemic, one variable has played a significant role in the way members of the public form opinions and make decisions regarding COVID-19. Trust in science communication, or people’s confidence in the available research findings, as well as trust in...
by piecenter | Sep 21, 2020 | Easy as PIE, Recorded
Designed specifically for homeowners, the Florida Homeowner’s Handbook to Prepare for Natural Disasters is a critical resource for anyone wanting to reduce the risks to both their family and property from the threats of natural hazards. This handbook covers...
by piecenter | Jun 11, 2020 | Easy as PIE, Recorded
The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Center for Public Issues Education (PIE Center) collected public opinion data from a nationwide sample from April 24 to May 7 to find out the public’s opinions about current...
by piecenter | May 11, 2020 | Easy as PIE, Recorded
In this month’s webinar, Dr. Robert Leeman will speak on his research about substance misuse and highlight applications for rural populations. Leeman studies relationships between various difficulties with self-control and addictive behaviors, particularly alcohol...
