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Steps for Nutrient Budgeting, Part 1
Utilizing nutrient budgeting will allow Florida farmers to apply the right amount of fertilizer at the right time, two of
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Tips for Pasture Weed Application Timing, Part 3
The “when” is important when it comes to pasture weed application timing, according to the experts from UF/IFAS. We have
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Tips for Pasture Weed Management, Part 1
See the considerations that Florida beef ranchers should bear in mind when formulating a pasture weed management plan. “There is
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The Importance of Equipment Calibration, Part 1
See how performing equipment calibration can help to protect yield, save on inputs, and head off problems down the road.
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Integrated Citrus Pest Management and Natural Enemies
See the natural enemies that should be a part of your integrate citrus pest management as they target the organisms
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Advice for Spring Pasture Management
See advice from UF/IFAS on spring pasture management for Florida beef producers looking to start off on the right foot.
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Recommendations for Citrus Irrigation
See recommendations from UF/IFAS on improving citrus irrigation during the spring flush for trees affected by freezing temperatures. “We are
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Tips on Micronutrient Management
Get tips from the experts at UF/IFAS on micronutrient management for optimal tree management in Florida citrus. “In the era
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Integrated Nutrient Management Part 3: Orange Peel Powder
See the highlights of UF/IFAS research for integrated nutrient management through the use of orange peel powder. In our blog
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Integrated Nutrient Management Part 2: Nitrogen and Phosphorus
See the details of UF/IFAS research for integrated nutrient management through the use of nitrogen and phosphorus. In our last
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Integrated Nutrient Management Part 1: Controlled-Release Fertilizer (CRF)
Explore the details of UF/IFAS research for integrated nutrient management through the use of controlled-release fertilizer (CRF). “Integrated nutrient management
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Recommendations for Spring Weed Management
See recommendations from UF/IFAS for getting your spring weed management program off on the right foot. Spring’s “warmer temperatures and
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Recovery Strategies for Postfreeze Citrus
Explore recommendations from UF/IFAS experts for recovery strategies for postfreeze citrus for Florida citrus growers. “Postfreeze citrus tree management requires
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Sign Up for the Florida Citrus Growers’ Institute April 14th
The Florida Citrus Growers’ Institute, organized by the UF/IFAS Statewide Citrus Team, is coming April 14th to Avon Park. “The
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Phytophthora Management Tips
Florida citrus growers should start phytophthora management efforts soon to combat the pathogen and protect citrus trees. “The spring 2026
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Spray Schedules for Watermelon, Part 3
Florida watermelon growers can read about the recommended spray schedules for watermelon from the experts at UF/IFAS. We have been
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Common Diseases in Watermelon, Part 2
See the common diseases in watermelon, and their treatments, that UF/IFAS researchers put in their latest publication. In our last
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Combating Watermelon Diseases, Part 1
Explore management recommendations for Florida watermelon growers from UF/IFAS for combating watermelon diseases. UF/IFAS put together the “UF AgriGator Spray
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Viewing the Bulletins Live! Two Website a New Step Before Spraying
See why pesticide applicators must take a new step before spraying and visit the Bulletins Live! Two website. “A new step
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Highlights of the UF/IFAS South Florida Turfgrass – Landscape Research Field Day and Expo
The UF/IFAS South Florida Turfgrass – Landscape Research Field Day and Expo is set for March 26th; see why you should
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Get the Pasture Prepped for Spring, Part 2
Explore what Florida beef producers should be doing with fertilization and weed control to get the pasture prepped for spring.
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Spring Pasture To-Do Checklist, Part 1
See the steps Florida beef producers should be taking in the spring pasture to get ready for warmer weather and
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Asian Citrus Psyllid Management in March Postfreeze
UF/IFAS scientists advise “Don’t give ACP a “free pass” in March;” see recommended steps for Asian citrus psyllid management. “This
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Q&A on The Importance of The Purity of OTC Injections
Read a Q&A with the owner of the company that manufactures ReMedium TI®, on the importance of the purity of
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Results for the Citrus State of the Industry Survey, Part 2
See more results from the Citrus State of the Industry Survey, which asked growers about planting and variety and rootstock
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Going to the Florida Citrus Show
The Florida Citrus Show is coming up fast; make sure you preregister before Sunday, March 8th to skip the onsite
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Fertilization and Irrigation of Citrus After The Freeze
Explore advice for Florida citrus growers on fertilization and irrigation of citrus postfreeze from UF/IFAS experts. “Irrigation and fertilizer applications
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Latest Recommendations for Snail Management
Find out the most recent recommendations for snail management in Florida citrus based on ongoing research by UF/IFAS. “Many citrus
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Strategies for Low Forage Quality and Nutrition Due to Freeze, Part 2
See the options recommended by UF/IFAS for dealing with low forage quality and nutrition due to the recent freeze event.
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Extreme Cold and Forages, Part 1
Beef producers can find out what happens when extreme cold and forages meet, such as with January’s freezing temperatures. “Peak
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Other Citrus Diseases to Watch For Due to Freeze
UF/IFAS shared citrus diseases that should be on Florida citrus growers’ radars due to the freeze event in late January.
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Be on The Lookout for Melanose in Citrus
UF/IFAS experts maintain that Florida citrus growers will likely see melanose in citrus due to the freezing conditions earlier in
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How and When to Use Silicon for Citrus Recovery
Find out how and when to use silicon for citrus recovery from the citrus experts at UF/IFAS. With all the
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Continuing Recommendations for Citrus Recovery
Experts from UF/IFAS shared continuing recommendations for citrus recovery for Florida citrus growers dealing with freeze damage. Florida citrus growers
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Take The Postfreeze Damage Assessment Survey
UF/IFAS is asking Florida agriculturists to take their postfreeze damage assessment survey about the impacts of freeze events. Florida’s recent
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Steps for Assessment and Reporting After Freeze Events
With Florida’s recent cold weather, see the steps for assessment and reporting after freeze events for agriculture. “Florida has experienced
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Immediate Recommendations for Growers On Citrus Tree Recovery Process
Florida’s recent freeze event has UF/IFAS experts advising Florida citrus growers to hold off on the citrus tree recovery process.
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Recommendations for Meeting the Nutritional Needs of Citrus Greening-Infected Citrus
Explore recommendations from UF/IFAS for meeting the nutritional needs of citrus infected with citrus greening. “Citrus trees require optimal nutrition
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Citrus State of the Industry Survey Results, Part 1
See results for the Citrus State of the Industry Survey concerning the state of grove conditions in the Florida citrus
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Remember to Remove the Support Stake for Young Citrus
Read about why it’s important to remove the support stake for young citrus, according to the experts at UF/IFAS. “In
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Q&A: ReMedium TI® Grower Results
Read about ReMedium TI® grower results—oxytetracycline injections to combat citrus greening—in Florida citrus. Florida citrus growers are watching the effects of
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Ag Tech Trends for 2026
See the agtech trends that technology industry experts predict will be at the forefront of agriculture in 2026. “Smart technology
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Research Results for Using IPCs and Brassinosteroids
See UF/IFAS results concerning research on using IPCs and brassinosteroids in Florida citrus for prolonged tree health. “UF/IFAS research in
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Put These Pests Into Your Pest Management Strategy for 2026
See the insects, mites, and more that should be a part of your pest management strategy for your Florida citrus
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Attend CattleCon 2026
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s CattleCon 2026 is scheduled for January 31st-February 6th in Nashville, Tennessee. The National Cattlemen’s
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Strategies for Safe Pesticide Use
Learn about strategies for safe pesticide use in your Florida citrus grove, from the experts at UF/IFAS. “The use of
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Calcium and Magnesium Deficiency in Citrus, Part 2
Explore the relationship between calcium and magnesium deficiency in Florida citrus, and what to do about it! In our last
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A Look at Magnesium Deficiency in Citrus, Part 1
UF/IFAS has put together information about the symptoms, causes, and solutions for magnesium deficiency in citrus. “Magnesium (Mg) deficiency is