Griffin Blog
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A Look at the USDA Scion Breeding Program
Explore the progress made in combating citrus greening by the USDA Scion Breeding Program In our latest column in Central […]
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Options for Protecting Young Citrus Trees From Citrus Greening
UF/IFAS scientists are studying the different ways to protect young citrus trees from citrus greening for as long as possible. […]
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A Look at Cereal Grains for Forage
Consider growing cereal grains for forage for the winter months, so you’ll be ready when it’s time to plant. Florida’s […]
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UF/IFAS Calls for Cattle Producers to Participate in Phosphorus Survey
A project led by a UF/IFAS soil scientist at the Range Cattle Research and Education Center in Ona calls for […]
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Tips on Summer Citrus Tree Care
See tips for summer citrus tree care with an eye towards improving fruit quality, retention, and yield. Summer finds citrus […]
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A Look at Research Into Using Endosymbiotic Bacteria to Combat Citrus Greening
A UF/IFAS researcher is looking into utilizing endosymbiotic bacteria in Asian citrus psyllids to combat citrus greening. Research into combating […]
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Tips for Managing Cattle Heat Stress
Helping your herd to manage cattle heat stress can result in a healthier, more productive herd during summer’s hot weather. […]
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Soil Organic Matter Holds Promise in Combating Citrus Greening
Preliminary research into soil organic matter shows that it could be a beneficial tool for combating citrus greening. The value […]
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Tips on Controlling Psyllids in Citrus
A UF/IFAS entomologist shares tips on controlling psyllids in citrus with an eye towards controlling costs for Florida citrus growers. […]
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Florida Citrus Growers can Earn CEUs Online
Florida citrus growers can earn Continuing Education Units, or CEUs, needed to renew pesticide applicator licenses. Covid-19 has had an […]
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Research Into the Use of Antibiotics in Citrus
Explore the research into using antibiotics in citrus to tackle some of the most devastating diseases affecting citrus today. UF/IFAS […]
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Drone-Based AgTech Can Save Citrus Growers Time and Money
A UF/IFAS researcher is working on drone-based agtech that could save citrus growers a lot of time and money. Florida […]
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A Look at Trunk Injections in Citrus
The presentations from the cancelled 2020 Florida Citrus Growers’ Institute, including one on trunk injections, are being made available online. […]
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Congratulations to the 2020 Florida Citrus Achievement Award Winner
Join us in congratulating the 2020 Florida Citrus Achievement Award Winner, Steven B. Callaham! The Florida Citrus Achievement Award is […]
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Don’t Miss the Webinar Featuring Florida Citrus Achievement Award Winners
Register now for a webinar featuring the input of the latest Florida Citrus Achievement Award Winners. An upcoming webinar, “Citrus […]
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Takeaways From Research on Reducing Fruit Drop
Research conducted by UF/IFAS citrus scientists on reducing fruit drop and increasing yields offers takeaways for Florida citrus growers. Fruit […]
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UF/IFAS Team Developing an App to Diagnose Citrus Leaf Symptoms
A team out of UF/IFAS’s Citrus Research and Education Center (CREC) is developing an app that will detect citrus leaf […]
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Florida Hemp Research Trials Get Underway
UF/IFAS’s Industrial Hemp Pilot Project’s hemp research trials are getting underway on 20 commercial farms across The Sunshine State. Florida […]
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Florida Citrus Growers: Keep an Eye on Finger Limes
A UF/IFAS researcher is studying the feasibility of growing finger limes in Florida for citrus growers struggling with citrus greening. […]
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A Look at Irrigation Scheduling Methods
UF/IFAS professors highlight different irrigation scheduling methods, complete with the advantages and disadvantages of each. As far as management practices […]
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Controlling Primary Citrus Greening Infection in Young Plantings
Explore research that tries to solve the problem of keeping young citrus groves free of citrus greening infection. In my […]
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MIT Develops Phytoinjectors to Aid Ag, Including Citrus
Researchers at MIT have developed phytoinjectors that can deliver nutrients, drugs, or other molecules to specific parts of a plant. […]
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Tips for Citrus Irrigation System Maintenance
Find recommendations for citrus irrigation system maintenance to ensure your citrus irrigation system is in top shape. Irrigation is an […]
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Researchers Testing Neuropeptides to Control Asian Citrus Psyllids
Researchers are studying neuropeptides as a possible control measure to control Asian citrus psyllids and combat citrus greening. Asian citrus psyllids […]
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New Citrus Greening Treatment Showing Good Results
A three-year study of a new citrus greening treatment shows promise in offering a new option for combating citrus greening. […]
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Explore the Updates in UF/IFAS’s Nutrition of Florida Citrus Trees Book
UF/IFAS has released the 3rd edition of its book, Nutrition of Florida Citrus Trees, which is aimed at helping Florida […]
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Florida Automated Weather Network (FAWN) Gets New Look, Ease of Use
The Florida Automated Weather Network (FAWN) has a revamped website that is easier for users in Florida ag. The Florida Automated Weather […]
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Takeaways on Citrus Spray Recommendations
Explore the takeaways on citrus spray recommendations shared in a presentation at the Florida Citrus Show in January. In Griffin […]
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Take UF/IFAS’s Survey on the Effects of the Pandemic on Ag
UF/IFAS is asking those in Florida ag to take a survey on the effects of the pandemic on ag in […]
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Herbicide Synergy Research for Weed Management Under Way
A UF/IFAS weed science assistant professor is doing research on herbicide synergy to help Florida citrus growers with weed management. […]
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Environmentally Friendly Hydrogel Could Benefit Agriculture
Explore the newly created environmentally friendly hydrogel that could be a useful tool for agriculture, especially Florida agriculture. Florida agriculture […]
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Options for Citrus Weed Management
A UF/IFAS weed scientist and assistant professor shares the options for citrus weed management, advising growers to use many approaches. Weeds […]
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Recommendations on Citrus Irrigation Management
A UF/IFAS professor maintains that citrus irrigation management is key to optimizing water use and increase fruit yield. Water is […]
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Rootstock Trial Website Great Option to Choose What to Grow
A new USDA Rootstock Trial Website is a good resource for Florida citrus growers trying to figure which rootstocks they […]
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Florida Farmers Can Utilize Paycheck Protection Program
Florida farmers and any ag-related business can apply for the Paycheck Protection Program to keep employees on the payroll during […]
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UF/IFAS Still Working Hard for Florida Ag Industry
While UF/IFAS facilities are closed to the public due to COVID-19, researchers and faculty are still working hard to serve […]
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Info on COVID-19 for Florida Agriculture
See the latest information for those in the Florida agriculture industry from Florida ag leaders concerning COVID-19, also called coronavirus. […]
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Complying With the Federal Produce Safety Rule
A UF/IFAS Extension agent shared guidance on complying with the Federal Produce Safety Rule for fresh citrus growers. The Federal Produce […]
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Irrigation Management Practices for Maintaining Tree Productivity
Explore the irrigation management practices that are recommended by research to maintain citrus tree productivity. Ample irrigation has shown to […]
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FDACS and UF/IFAS Trying to Create Online Option for Pesticide Licensing
Two of Florida’s ag organizations are working to create a pesticide licensing option for testing for certified pesticide applicators. The […]
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Check out the New User-Friendly Florida Citrus Rootstock Selection Guide
The fourth edition of the Florida Citrus Rootstock Selection Guide is available, and its authors say it’s “way more user […]
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Research Looks at Asian Psyllid Management Tools
Research is continuing despite complications from the coronavirus into different Asian psyllid management tools. The arrival of the coronavirus has […]
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Get Your Nominations In for the Agricultural-Environmental Leadership Award
Nominations for the Agricultural-Environmental Leadership Award are being accepted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services by April […]
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Citrus Root Hairs Could Help Combat Citrus Greening
Research into citrus root hairs show they could be beneficial in the fight against citrus greening for Florida citrus growers. […]
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Plant Density Trials Highlight Finding the “Sweet Spot”
While high-density plantings are getting a lot of coverage, the results of plant density trials advise growers to find the […]
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Be on the Lookout for Postbloom Fruit Drop
UF/IFAS plant pathologist Megan Dewdney recommends Florida citrus growers check their groves for postbloom fruit drop, because it has been […]
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Recommendations on Managing Asian Citrus Psyllids
Get the latest recommendations on managing Asian citrus psyllids for Florida citrus groves based on UF/IFAS research. Asian citrus psyllids […]
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Research Recommendations for Use of Controlled-Release Fertilizer
Recommendations for controlled-release fertilizer use from positive research trials says growers should customize their fertilization programs. A recent three-year research […]
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A Look at Florida Citrus Land Sale Numbers
See the Florida Citrus land sale numbers shared at the annual Lay of the Land Conference hosted by Saunders Ralston […]
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The CRDF Aims to Answer Citrus Nutrition Questions
The Citrus Research and Development Foundation (CRDF) asked growers to list their most important citrus nutrition questions. Nutrition is evidently […]
