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History and Activities

The Harmful Algal Bloom Task Force was created by the Florida legislature to address harmful algal bloom research and information needs, monitoring and management priorities, and local-level response plans. Learn more about the history, organization, and activities of the Task Force.



History of Florida’s Harmful Algal Bloom Task Force

Learn more about harmful algal blooms, creation of the Harmful Algal Bloom Task Force, its Technical Advisory Group, and past funded projects.

Florida's Harmful Algal Bloom Task Force Committees

Five committees, or working groups, formed since the Harmful Algal Bloom Task Force meeting in 2002. Their purpose is to address harmful algal bloom research, monitoring, and response priorities.

Blue-Green Algae (Cyanobacteria) Studies for the Harmful Algal Bloom Task Force: A Timeline

This article presents information about the history of the Harmful Algal Bloom Task Force and blue-green algae studies sponsored by FWC/FWRI.



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