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Shannon Carnevale
Feb 1, 2024
Navigating El Niño: What It Means for Polk County’s Dry Season
As winter unfolds, a special guest, El Niño, is set to influence our weather patterns significantly. Known for altering weather on a...


Shannon Carnevale
Oct 31, 2023
Embracing November: A Seasonal Shift in Polk County’s Natural World
As we bid farewell to the hurricane season and the wetter months, November brings a refreshing change to Polk County. You might have...


Shannon Carnevale
Jul 31, 2023
Trees and Hurricanes
In the bustling heart of Florida, Polk County stands out for its abundant agricultural lands, plentiful wildlife, and alluring...


Shannon Carnevale
Jun 28, 2023
Celebrating National Lakes Appreciation Month: The Value of Aquatic Plants
July is National Lakes Appreciation Month, and as a UF/IFAS Extension agent, I’m taking this opportunity to shed light on an aspect of...

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