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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
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Pest and Disease Management Resources for Your Greenhouse or Nursery Business
Starting a greenhouse or nursery business in Central Florida? Utilize these UF/IFAS pest and disease management resources. “One of the
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Preventing Ag Theft
Find tips for preventing ag theft—especially equipment and copper theft—and the hardships that come with it, on your ag operation.
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Wish List of Citrus Food-Safety Items for the New Year
See a wish list of citrus food-safety items that the UF/IFAS Produce Safety Extension Team compiled for the new year. The
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Research Results on Cover Crops and Young Citrus
See the results of UF/IFAS research on the effects of cover crops and young citrus in Florida citrus groves. A
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Reducing Spray Drift in Florida Citrus Groves
The experts at UF/IFAS shared tips for reducing spray drift in Florida citrus groves and its undesirable effects. Spray drift,
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Protect Young Citrus From Herbicides
See tips from the experts at UF/IFAS for using herbicides in your Florida citrus grove to protect young citrus trees.
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The Case for Dormant Sprays
Explore why dormant sprays are a good idea for citrus growers looking to knock back Asian citrus psyllid populations in
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Steps to Prepare Your Citrus Grove for Cold Weather
See the UF/IFAS recommendations for when cold weather is looming in Florida and you need to prepare your citrus grove.
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Benefits of the Florida Automated Weather Network Freeze Alert Tool
See the benefits of the Florida Automated Weather Network (FAWN) freeze alert tool for Florida citrus growers. A Citrus Industry
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Steps for Body Condition Score Management and Winter Nutrition, Part 2
Explore the steps for body condition score management to ensure that your beef herd is getting optimal nutrition in the
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The Importance of Body Condition Score, Part 1
See the importance of body condition score in ensuring your beef herd is in optimal condition, especially during the winter
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Improve Citrus Productivity Through Irrigation, Part 2
Read about recommendations from UF/IFAS research on using irrigation to improve citrus tree productivity. “Because most citrus trees in Florida
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Research Shows The Importance of Nitrogen in Bamboo Production
Explore the details of UF/IFAS research that examined the optimal rate of nitrogen in bamboo production in Florida. “Bamboo is
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Key Points to Getting an Accurate Soil Sample
See the important areas that are necessary to get an accurate soil sample to guide your nutrient management. A recent
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Considerations for Replanting a Citrus Grove
See all the things to consider when replanting a citrus grove in Florida, based on the research done by UF/IFAS
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Guide to Turfgrass Replacement
See everything you need to know if you are considering turfgrass replacement, according to the experts at UF/IFAS. “If 30%
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Research Results Into Plant Growth Regulators for Preharvest Fruit Drop
Explore the results of UF/IFAS research that studied if plant growth regulators can reduce preharvest fruit drop. A UF/IFAS Tip
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Pros and Cons of Purchasing Replacement Heifers, Part 2
Thinking about purchasing replacement heifers? Read about the pros and cons from the experts at UF/IFAS. “Statistically speaking, most producers
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Florida Beef and Raising Replacement Heifers, Part 1
Explore all the considerations when choosing to raise replacement heifers in Florida from the experts at UF/IFAS. “Replacing the beef
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Q&A: Nutrients and the Timeline for Improved Citrus Due to OTC Injections
Explore why OTC injections leading to improved citrus will take time, with an explanation why fertilizers are so important. Florida
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Boosting Citrus Productivity Through Nutrient Management, Part 1
See recommendations from UF/IFAS research on using nutrient management to boost citrus tree productivity. “Because most citrus trees in Florida
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Deep Dive Into Brassinosteroids Research
Explore the latest brassinosteroids research to optimize using these plant growth regulators for improved juice quality. “Brassinosteroids (BRs) are a
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Benefits of Early Pest Scouting
See the numerous benefits for any grower in Florida agriculture of early pest scouting, from a UF/IFAS Extension agent. “Vegetable
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Facts About NuCitrus
See facts about NuCitrus, the new citrus developed by UF scientists that has a strong tolerance to citrus greening. “Working
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Tips to Avoid Herbicide Contamination, Part 2
See tips from UF/IFAS on avoiding herbicide contamination in the citrus grove from an improperly cleaned sprayer. In our last
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How Herbicide Contamination Occurs, Part 1
See the ways that herbicide contamination can occur from improperly cleaned sprayers, according to UF/IFAS. “Even a small amount of
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Tips for Optimizing Water Management in Citrus
Find tips for optimizing water management in citrus to enhance grove health and production from UF/IFAS Extension services. Efficient water
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Q&A Get Ready for the 2025–26 Trunk-Injection Season
Read a Q&A with the owner of the manufacturer of ReMedium TI® on preparing for the 2025–26 trunk-injection season. A
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Take the Master Irrigator Drip Irrigation Short Course
The Master Irrigator Drip Irrigation Short Course is coming in November for growers of any crop interested in drip irrigation.
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Attend the 57th Annual Florida Watermelon Association’s Convention
The Florida Watermelon Association’s 57th Annual Convention is scheduled for October 30th-November 1st. The Florida Watermelon Association’s 57th Annual Convention
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The Benefits of Using Silicon as a Citrus Nutrient
A UF/IFAS researcher shared the benefits of using silicon as a citrus nutrient during the Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo.
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Combat Diaprepes Root Weevil and More With Planting Method
Citrus scientists with Texas A&M University have developed a citrus planting method that combats diaprepes root weevil. Citrus scientists at
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Enhance Your ACP Management Sprays
A UF/IFAS associate professor of entomology shared how Florida growers can enhance their ACP management sprays. The recent Citrus & Specialty
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Ag Statistics for National Farmers Day
See the contributions of the ag industry by the numbers in celebration of National Farmers Day, October 12th, 2025. October
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Fall Pest Management in the Citrus Grove
See the recommendations for pest management in the citrus grove in fall, a time when insect and mite activity can
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Three Important Considerations in Citrus Crop Insurance
See the important things to consider for citrus crop insurance according to a UF/IFAS associate professor and Extension economist. “Between