Griffin Blog
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A New Possible Avenue for Citrus Greening Control
A UF/IFAS researcher has discovered a new potential avenue for citrus greening control targeting the vector of the disease. A […]
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A Phenology-Based Approach to Asian Citrus Psyllid Control
Explore Asian citrus psyllid control using a phenology-based approach from a Texas A&M University professor. Controlling the Asian citrus psyllid […]
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EPA Registered Aldicarb for Florida Citrus
After listening to Florida citrus growers, the EPA registered the insecticide aldicarb for use in Florida citrus groves to combat […]
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CRDF Looking for Citrus Growers for Rootstock Trials
The Citrus Research and Development Foundation is looking for Florida Citrus Growers to participate in rootstock trials. The Citrus Research and […]
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A Look at Biological Controls for Asian Citrus Psyllids
Explore the information available from UF/IFAS using biological controls for Asian citrus psyllids in Florida citrus groves. Asian citrus psyllids […]
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Lengthen Tree Productivity by Improving Root Health
See tips from a UF/IFAS plant pathologist on lengthening citrus tree productivity in the face of citrus greening by improving […]
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Explore a Sustainable Approach to Managing Citrus Canker
See a new, sustainable approach to dealing with citrus canker from the research of plant pathologist Franklin Behlau. The most […]
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Tips on Using Tree Wraps
Explore the Best Practices for using tree wraps to protect young citrus trees from insects, cold, and more. Young citrus […]
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Q&A With the Florida Department of Citrus
Read a synopsis of a Q&A with Shannon Shepp, the executive director of the Florida Department of Citrus. A recent […]
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Research Offers Potential Solution for Citrus Fruit Drop
Explore the latest research on a solution for citrus fruit drop from a UF/IFAS citrus horticulturist. Citrus fruit drop has been […]
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A Look at Citrus Greening Solutions and Their Timeliness
A UF/IFAS researcher shares the latest on citrus greening solutions and the amount of time it might take for growers […]
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Tips for Managing Thrips in Citrus
Explore tips for managing thrips in citrus, courtesy of the UF/IFAS Tip of the Week for Florida citrus growers. The […]
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Lessons Learned From the Nutrition Box Program
Explore the lessons learned about growing Florida citrus through UF/IFAS’s Nutrition Box Program. UF/IFAS’s Nutrition Management Program, also known as […]
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What to Look for When Scouting for Postbloom Fruit Drop
See what symptoms to look for Postbloom Fruit Drop in early blooms in the UF/IFAS Tip of the Week. While […]
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Citrus Growers Should Cut Dead Wood
The UF/IFAS Tip of the Week maintained that it’s time for Florida citrus growers to cut dead wood in the […]
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Attend Seminar on Citrus Fruit Drop
A UF/IFAS digital seminar on citrus fruit drop is scheduled for February 16th and earn one continuing education unit (CEU). […]
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Natural Compounds in Citrus Field Trials
UF/IFAS researchers team up with multiple agencies to conduct citrus field trials on natural compounds to combat citrus greening. Scientists […]
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Citrus Nutrient Management Program Looking for Citrus Grower Participants
The UF/IFAS Citrus Nutrient Management Program is accepting new participants; the deadline to register is February 15th. The UF/IFAS Citrus Nutrient Management Program, […]
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Tips for Using Soil Moisture Sensors
See advice on using soil moisture sensors in Florida citrus groves by the president and co-owner of Certified Ag Resources. The 2021 […]
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Two Citrus Diseases to Look Out For
See two other citrus diseases, phytophthora and citrus leprosis, to pay attention to, according to a UF/IFAS assistant professor. Citrus […]
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Recommendations for Chemical Weed-Control Strategies for Florida Citrus Growers
Explore chemical weed-control strategies for Florida citrus growers from a former UF/IFAS Extension agent. Weeds are a constant concern in Florida […]
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Tips for Avoiding the Salt-Out of Liquid Fertilizers
See tips in the UF/IFAS Tip of the Week for avoiding the salt-out of liquid fertilizers. The UF/IFAS Tip of […]
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Take the CattleFax Cow-Calf Survey
Help provide valuable information when you take the Cow-Calf Survey given by CattleFax, a global leader in beef industry research, […]
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Kaolin Particle Film Combats Citrus Greening
Researchers with UF/IFAS shared the results of research that shows kaolin particle film is successful in combating citrus greening. A […]
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A Look at Weed Management and Compost Use
See information on weed management and compost use in Florida citrus groves in the UF/IFAS Tip of the Week. Composting […]
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A Look at the 2021 Florida Citrus Show
Explore what’s in store for the 2021 Florida Citrus Show, scheduled for May 12-13 for Florida citrus growers. The 2021 […]
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New Year’s Resolutions for the Florida Citrus Industry
See UF/IFAS recommended New Year’s Resolutions for the Florida Citrus industry. With the new year comes New Year’s resolutions to […]
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Freeze-Dried Fruit Market Projected to Rise
See the insights into the freeze-dried fruit market based of a forecast from a market research and consulting firm. A new […]
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Benefits of UAV Scouting in Citrus
Explore the benefits of using UAV scouting in citrus production for Florida citrus growers. There are many benefits to using […]
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Expert Recommendations for Fruit Drop
See recommendations for fruit drop from Tripti Vashisth, an assistant professor of horticulture with UF/IFAS, for Florida citrus growers. Fruit drop […]
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Parson Brown Research to Move Forward
Funding has been approved for Parson Brown research into the variety’s possible citrus greening resistance. One of our recent columns […]
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Join the New Virtual OJ Breaks Hosted by UF/IFAS
Florida citrus growers can join the new UF/IFAS-hosted virtual OJ Breaks for free and earn CEUs. The University of Florida […]
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Defining Cattle Finishing Types
See the definitions of various cattle finishing types that Florida cattle ranchers can use as part of their marketing strategies. […]
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A Look at the Citrus Industry Pulse Survey Results
See the details and positive results from the Citrus Industry Pulse Survey, given by Florida Grower Magazine. Florida Grower Magazine recently […]
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Pros and Cons of Forages for Florida Ranchers
Explore the pros and cons of forages that are options for Florida ranchers to grow for their herds. Florida ranchers […]
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Meet the New Florida Citrus Hall of Fame Inductees
See the latest four new Florida Citrus Hall of Fame inductees added to the Florida Citrus Hall of Fame to […]
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Exploring How Citrus Greening Acts Within Citrus Trees
A UF/IFAS researcher is studying how citrus greening acts within a citrus tree to better understand how to combat the […]
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Utilize the Citrus Flowering Monitor for Recommendations
The Citrus Flowering Monitor through UF/IFAS has resumed providing flower bud advisories for Florida citrus growers. The University of Florida Institute of Food and […]
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Trunk Injections and Other Delivery Methods Investigated to Deliver Peptides
With all the excitement over peptides for combating citrus greening, researchers are looking into delivery methods to best administer them. […]
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Facts About Mineral Supplementation for Beef Cattle
See facts about mineral supplementation when it comes to Florida beef cattle from UF/IFAS. Supplementing minerals is an important consideration […]
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UF/IFAS Shares Citrus Pruning Principles
Read about citrus pruning principles supplied by a UF/IFAS citrus horticulturalist for those growing high-quality citrus. Pruning is a management […]
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Details on Citrus Peptide Field Trials
See the details of field trials for the citrus peptide, branded as Vismax, which treats citrus greening. Field trials for […]
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Tips on Finding Pests in IPCs
UF/IFAS researchers share tips on scouting for pests in IPCs, or individual protective covers. Individual protective covers, or IPCs, are […]
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Black Spot Symptoms
UF/IFAS Extension shared information on black spot symptoms for Florida citrus growers because it’s that time of the year. The […]
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Adjuvants do not Improve Foliar Bactericide
Researchers with UF/IFAS tested whether adjuvants would help improve the intake of the bactericide oxytetracycline in citrus trees. The use […]
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Utilizing a Threshold Approach for Psyllid Control and Sustainability
A UF/IFAS entomologist shared the research on using a threshold approach for psyllid control to maintain sustainability in the fight […]
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CTV Technology Could Help Combat Citrus Greening
Researchers with UF/IFAS are using CTV technology to help citrus to combat citrus greening. Recent news into the use of […]
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Core CEUs Available for Free From Citrus Industry Magazine
Florida growers and others can get free Core CEUs, up to four each year, from Citrus Industry Magazine. Those Florida […]
