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UF experts assist statewide clean marina program

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Florida boaters with an environmental conscience now can look for marinas with the equivalent of the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval, thanks to a new state program.

Filed under Research, Environment, Florida on Thursday, June 28, 2001.

UF survey: tax refund promise boosts consumer confidence

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Consumer confidence in Florida increased two points this month, most likely reflecting high spirits over the recent news of income tax refunds, University of Florida economists said today.

Filed under Research, Business, Florida on Wednesday, June 27, 2001.

UF entomologist identifies exotic new termite in South Florida

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Add an exotic new termite to the growing list of invasive pests gnawing their way across Florida.

Filed under Research, Environment, Florida on Thursday, June 21, 2001.

New UF peach variety has strange shape and sweet taste

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — It’s a UFO, but it’s not unidentified

Filed under Research, Environment, Florida on Friday, June 8, 2001.

UF expert says food labels don’t tell whole story

GAINESVILLE, Fla.— During the past decade, American consumers have become avid readers of nutrition labels. Today’s health-conscious shoppers closely examine food packages for tip-off words such as fat, salt and sugar.

Filed under Research, Health, Environment, Florida on Friday, June 1, 2001.