We protect Florida's native and commercially grown plants and apiary industry from harmful pests and diseases.
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In recognition of Memorial Day, FDACS offices statewide will be closed on Monday, May 25th. πΊπΈ
π For more information about future holiday observances and closures, visit: fdacs.gov/Contact-Us/Hours-Hβ¦
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πΊπΈ FDACS-DPI offices will be closed today in observance of President's Day and will reopen on Tuesday, February 17th.
π For more information about scheduled holidays and office closures, visit our website: bit.ly/FDACSclosed
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𧧠#LunarNewYear is right around the corner!
Celebrate while protecting #Florida & US Agriculture by:
π΄ Enjoying fruit grown and sold locally
π΄ Avoid bringing backyard citrus across state or country lines
π΄ Purchasing commercially packed citrus from compliant packinghouses.
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π£οΈ Interested in joining our team at the FDACS Division of Plant Industry?
We are always seeking people with a passion for the great outdoors and the desire to apply their skills for our Florida's vital agriculture sector!
π Discover more: bit.ly/FDACS-positions
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#DYK? If you've seen an insect or pest you suspect is a #FLinvasive species, you can βοΈ submit a physical sample or πΈ snap a picture and send it over for identification!
π For more information, visit our website at bit.ly/DPISample
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π Stop by and say hello to FDACS-DPI at the #FloridaStateFair this week!
Visit our booth at #InsectEncounters, located right across from the TECO Arena from Feb. 5th β 16th. We're excited to see you there!
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Visit the Division of Plant Industry booth at #TPIE2026 this week!
ποΈ Wednesday, Jan. 21st to Friday, Jan. 23rd
π Broward County Convention Center, Booth #116
βLast-minute applications won't be accepted on the final day β bring your import permits by January 22nd, 2:00 PM!
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24 Dec 2025
π Happy holidays from the FDACS Division of Plant Industry!
Our offices statewide will be closed from Wednesday, Dec. 24th to Friday, Dec. 26th. We will return on Monday, Dec. 29th.
π For more information about office hours & closures, visit: bit.ly/FDACSclosed
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23 Nov 2025
ποΈ Before you sing your favorite C-A-M-P-F-I-R-E-S-O-N-G this #FloridaFall, watch out!
Prevent the spread of harmful πͺ² pests that threaten our Floridaβs natural lands and resources by buying local firewood & using it all before leaving!
Learn more: fdacs.gov/Consumer-Resourcesβ¦
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13 Nov 2025
π Are you facing an infestation of air potato (Dioscorea bulbifera L.)?
π Collect and dispose of any tubers sprouting on the vine or scattered on the ground. This prevents new sprouts next season and reduces the vine's potential to spread!
Learn more: bit.ly/AirPotato
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11 Nov 2025
In observance of Veteran's Day, FDACS offices statewide will closed on Tuesday, November 11th. πΊπΈ
We express our gratitude for those who have served in the armed forces, protecting our freedom and safety. Thank you for your service!
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6 Nov 2025
πͺ΄ Discovered something unusual in your garden this #FloridaFall season?
Our Division's plant pathology, entomology, nematology & botany sections are experts at diagnosing and identifying samples from the public.
π Visit our website for more info: bit.ly/DPISample
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3 Nov 2025
#ICYMI, the first Sunday of November marks the end of #DaylightSavingTime!
#DYK the concept of daylight saving was proposed by entomologist George Vernon Hudson in the 1890s to maximize the time he could collect insects during the summer?
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14 Oct 2025
πΈ Can you guess what we've got in the bag?
β Pictured above is a bag of citrus budsticks to be supplied to #FloridaCitrus growers through Cycle 7 the Citrus Research and Field Trial Project! The budsticks come from early variety known as π Lennon.
#CitrusIndustry #Budwood
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12 Oct 2025
π πΎ Help us wish a paw-sitively happy birthday to our #K9 Ollie this #NationalFarmersDay!
πβπ¦Ί Ollie and his handler Julia are trained to detect the invasive π giant African land snail or #GALS, traveling across Florida for mollusk surveys and pest eradication programs!
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15 Sep 2025
ποΈ Kiln-dried or heat-treated firewoodβ what's the difference?
While kiln-dried #firewood has no certification, β¨ heat-treated firewood β¨ is certified to reach temperature that kills π pests and π¦ pathogens when π₯ seasoned in a kiln. Learn more: bit.ly/46wzCpP
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12 Sep 2025
πΈ 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
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10 Sep 2025
Since 1958, Florida has been designated under the Federal Imported Fire Ant Quarantine, which prevents the spread of π by restricting the movement of #AgCommodities that can harbor them.
π Learn more: bit.ly/47Zm7Ae
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1 Sep 2025
π Happy Labor Day from the FDACS Division of Plant Industry!
Our offices statewide are closed today, and will return to regular business hours tomorrow.
π For more information about FDACS holidays and closures, visit our website: bit.ly/FDACSclosed
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29 Aug 2025
π¨ Looking for a new position? FDACS is hiring! π¨
We're seeking passionate, mission-driven individuals who love agriculture and the great outdoors. πΏ
π If youβre interested, check out the available job openings on our website: bit.ly/FDACS-positions
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