🌀 During #HurricaneSeason, putting a 🧱 brick over your hives may not be enough to hold your hives down. Strong winds & storm surges can pose significant threat to managed colonies. Here are some tips for #FLBeekeepers to prepare for inclement weather: fdacsdpi.wordpress.com/2019/08/01/api…

🎉 Today, we're celebrating 🐾 Higgenz' 8th birthday and commemorating his 5+ years of service with the Division of Plant Industry! Now, it's time to hang up his vest and enjoy a well earned retirement. We hope you have a great birthday and retirement Higgenz! 🍰

🌿 Before you collect plants along Florida's roadsides, state parks & public lands, check if they are listed as a protected species! Certain native plants are part of Florida's Regulated Plant Index and need a state permit for collection. Learn more: fdacs.gov/Agriculture-In…

🌀 #DYK severe weather events often displace bees from their hives? 🐝 If you spot any swarms on your property, FDACS maintains a directory of registered beekeepers & certified pest control operators that specialize in bee removal and eradication – bit.ly/HBRemovalList

The FDACS Division of Plant Industry will be closed today from Thursday, July 3rd to Friday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. 🇺🇸 🌐 For more information about Department hours, holidays and closures, visit our website at fdacs.gov/Contact-Us/Hou…

When you buy your #citrustree from a licensed Florida nursery, what you see on the tag is what you get! 🌐 For more information, visit: fdacs.gov/Agriculture-In…

❓ Can you sell plants at farmers' markets without registering as a nursery stock dealer? If you are a 🪴 vendor at pop-ups, plant sales and other temporary events, Florida law requires that you must register with FDACS. 🌐 Visit our page for more info: bit.ly/DPINurseryStoc…

#SawPalmettoBerry 🧺 harvest season is right around the corner! 🗣️ If you're planning to collect 🫐, you're required to obtain a 📄 native plant harvesting permit (FDACS-08025) & authorization from the the collection site beforehand. 🌐 Learn more: fdacs.gov/sawpalmettober…

#DYK what does it take to declare that a given eradication program was successful? 🐌 For the #GiantAfricanLandSnail, eradication can be declared when no live snails have been found within the quarantine zone for at least 🗓️ 2 years after all treatments have been completed!

🐝 Spotted a swarm on your property? FDACS maintains a directory of registered beekeepers & certified pest control operators that specialize in bee removal and eradication services. 🔗 Learn more and access our directory here: fdacs.gov/Consumer-Resou…

Teamed up with Lara Trump at Dulles International Airport to meet the amazing Dept. of Agriculture Beagle Brigade! 🐶✈️ These furry heroes work tirelessly to sniff out threats and protect our homeland. The USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, Homeland Security, & CBP deploy these elite detector dog teams to safeguard U.S.

🐌To help #FloridaResidents identify potential #GALS, FDACS-Plant Industry provides a Snail ID Sheet that highlights commonly misreported lookalikes & provides a brief overview of each species! 🌐 Learn more: ccmedia.fdacs.gov/content/downlo…

🍯 Beyond conducting inspections, our apiary inspectors support our #apiaryindustry by: ✅ Surveilling hives for diseases & pests of regulatory concern. ✅ Certifying the movement of colonies across state lines. ✅ Monitoring high-risk pathways for exotic 🐝 pests & diseases.

🌳 Our Division is proud to support for Cycle 7 of the Citrus Research and Field Trial (CRAFT) by providing true-to-type citrus 🌱 nursery stock! 🗓️ Interested #FLCitrus commercial growers have until Nov. 1, 2025 to apply online! Learn more: craftfdn.org

🚗 💨 Are you bringing your houseplants with you to Florida for back-to-school season? Prevent hitchhiking pests by scheduling an inspection from your state of origin or with FDACS-Plant Industry once you arrive in #FL ! 🔎 Find our Plant Inspector Directory here: fdacs.gov/Agriculture-In…

🚨 Looking for a new position? FDACS is hiring! 🚨 We're seeking passionate, mission-driven individuals who love agriculture and the great outdoors. 🌿 🌐 If you’re interested, check out the available job openings on our website: bit.ly/FDACS-positions

🎉 Happy Labor Day from the FDACS Division of Plant Industry! Our offices statewide are closed today, and will return to regular business hours tomorrow. 🔗 For more information about FDACS holidays and closures, visit our website: bit.ly/FDACSclosed

Since 1958, Florida has been designated under the Federal Imported Fire Ant Quarantine, which prevents the spread of 🐜 by restricting the movement of #AgCommodities that can harbor them. 🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/47Zm7Ae

📸 These citrus seeds from our Chiefland Budwood Foundation seed block will be donated to our #CitrusIndustry, where will eventually develop into trees that will be planted in the field. #CitrusSeeds #FloridaCitrus #FloridaAgriculture #Budwood #Rootstock

🏕️ Kiln-dried or heat-treated firewood– what's the difference? While kiln-dried #firewood has no certification, ✨ heat-treated firewood ✨ is certified to reach temperature that kills 🐜 pests and 🦠 pathogens when 🔥 seasoned in a kiln. Learn more: bit.ly/46wzCpP