Griffin Blog
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What to do About Citrus Tree Sectoring With Trunk Injections
A UF/IFAS Tip of the Week looks at citrus tree sectoring, a result of recent trunk injections to fight citrus […]
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Get Your Hurricane Plan in Place
See tips from UF/IFAS on all the factors that should be considered in your hurricane plan as the start of […]
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Optimize Forage Production With Timing Pasture Turnout Timing
Timing when you turn your cattle out to a new forage grazing pasture is important to optimize forage production. If […]
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Combating Drought Stress in Citrus
Since citrus trees need an optimal environment, make sure you are following these UF/IFAS tips for drought stress in citrus. […]
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The Basics of Summer Cover Crops For Florida Growers
See information on the basics of summer cover crops for Florida growers from a UF/IFAS Tip of the Week article. […]
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Attend the May 9th Tropical Fruit Production Workshop Online or In-Person
The UF/IFAS May 9th Tropical Fruit Production Workshop for Florida growers can be attended in person or online. UF/IFAS maintains […]
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Soil pH and Nutrient Availability
Soil pH plays a huge role in nutrient availability, especially where micro-sprinkler irrigation has raised soil pH. “Soil pH influences […]
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Citrus Grower Trial Shows Importance of Irrigation Frequency
See the details of a citrus grower trial that showed the extreme importance of irrigation frequency for citrus trees. The […]
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The Dangers of Fire Ants and Ag
See all of the ways that fire ants and Ag don’t mix and why you should be mindful of keeping […]
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A Look at Grazing-Land Management and Soil Carbon Storage
A UF/IFAS researchers says more research is needed on grazing-land management for soil carbon storage in the Southeast. Florida ranchers […]
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Attend UF/IFAS’s Landscape University CEU Day
Attend the Landscape University CEU Day on May 15th, presented by UF/IFAS Extension Lake County. UF/IFAS Extension Lake County is […]
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Tips to Manage the Eastern Lubber Grasshopper
See tips to manage the eastern lubber grasshopper, a pest that will eat many plants, including citrus and vegetables. A […]
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Details of the Florida Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Emergency Rule
Florida’s Ag Commissioner issued a Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Emergency Rule to protect Florida cattle and other livestock. Highly Pathogenic […]
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The Specifics of Using Particle Film on Citrus
See the ins and outs of using particle film on citrus from the UF/IFAS Tip of the Week article for […]
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Apply for the 2025 Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge
The 2025 Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge with a prize of $100,000 is accepting applications by June 15th. Are you […]
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Florida Statistics from the 2022 Census of Agriculture
The 2022 Census of Agriculture was released by the USDA in March; see statistics from it about Florida agriculture. The […]
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Using AI to Make Livestock Operations More Efficient
See how a researcher with Texas A&M is looking to use AI to make livestock operations more efficient. Texas A&M […]
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Dealing With Old Pesticides
See guidance from the experts at UF/IFAS on what to do with old pesticides that you may find during Spring […]
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A Look at Florida Citrus Statistics
The latest Florida Citrus Statistics show that The Sunshine State is still the leader in citrus acreage in the United […]
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Tips for Lebbeck Mealybug Management
See tips for lebbeck mealybug management to protect developing fruit, from the UF/IFAS Tip of the Week. The UF/IFAS Tip […]
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Register Now for Growing Better 2024
The Growing Better 2024, the event for those in the sod industry, is coming up April 18th and 19th, in […]
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Don’t Miss the 2024 Florida Citrus Show
The 2024 Florida Citrus Show is April 3rd, and it’s a “Don’t Miss” event hosted by UF/IFAS for Florida citrus […]
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University of Florida Adds “Climate Indicators Tool” to AgroClimate Site
Florida growers can benefit from using the new Climate Indicators Tool on the UF-run AgroClimate site. The new Climate Indicators […]
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Details of the 2024 Florida Citrus Growers’ Institute
See the details of the 2024 Florida Citrus Growers’ Institute, a free event put on by UF/IFAS for Florida citrus […]
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Signs of Vitamin A Deficiency in Calves
Read about how to spot a Vitamin A deficiency in calves and the importance the vitamin plays in cattle health. […]
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Find UF/IFAS Citrus Event Recordings Online
UF/IFAS citrus event recordings are available for you to watch and learn from online for free! UF/IFAS is committed to […]
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Centipedegrass
See the pros and cons of centipedegrass, one of the most common lawn grasses in The Sunshine State. An AskIFAS […]
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Boost Cattle Profitability With New Resource on Cull Cattle Management
A new resource from the NCBA and CattleFax on Cull Cattle Management aims to help producers maximize profitability. A recent […]
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Research Shows Frequent, Small Applications of Water Best for HLB-Infected Citrus
Research conducted by UF/IFAS shows that frequent, small applications of water is best for HLB-infected citrus. Researchers with UF/IFAS have […]
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Fertilizer Applicators Can Get the GI-BMP Certificate in March
Fertilizer applicators can earn their GI-BMP Certificate with UF/IFAS Extension Orange County, in Orlando, in March. Did you know that […]
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Nominate a 4R Advocate
Applications to nominate someone to the 4R Advocate Program with The Fertilizer Institute are open through March 31st. Do you […]
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Register Now for the 25th Annual Spring Ranchers Forum
The 25th Annual Spring Ranchers Forum is March 15th, so Florida beef ranchers should register for this event now! The […]
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New Pest Control for Pepper Weevil Shows Promise
An international team of researchers have found a promising technique for pest control for pepper weevil, Anthonomus eugenii. Pepper weevil, […]
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Remember to Maintain Citrus Fertilizer Programs With New Therapies
A UF/IFAS scientist reminded Florida citrus growers to maintain their citrus fertilizer programs with new therapies. UF/IFAS associate professor of […]
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Highlights of the Florida Citrus State of the Industry Survey
See a snapshot of state of the Florida Citrus Industry thanks to the Florida Citrus State of the Industry Survey. […]
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Oxytetracycline Injections Part 3: General Advice
Explore general advice tips for oxytetracycline injections in Florida citrus trees to fight citrus greening. In two past blogs, Griffin […]
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Tips for Citrus Oxytetracycline Injections Part 2: Injection Technique
See more tips for citrus oxytetracycline injections that aim to help Florida citrus growers with techniques for the injections. In […]
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Oxytetracycline Injections for Citrus Tips Part 1: Timing
See tips on using oxytetracycline injections for citrus, according to a UF/IFAS Tip of the Week for Florida citrus growers. […]
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Causes of Brown Turfgrass and How Fertilizer Factors Into It
See the basic two causes of brown turfgrass in Florida and how fertilizer can help or hurt the situation. Florida […]
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Tips for Stretching Hay Supply for Beef Cattle
See tips for cattle ranchers for stretching your hay supply for beef cattle if you’re facing hay shortages this winter. […]
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Research on Fertilizers and HLB-Infected Citrus
See research findings concerning fertilizers and HLB-infected citrus from the UF/IFAS Citrus Research and Education Center. It has long been […]
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Tips for Planning Citrus Insect Management
See tips to help Florida citrus growers in planning citrus insect management for optimal outcomes. A recent UF/IFAS Tip of […]
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See Research Updates on Citrus Weed Management
Read about the latest research in citrus weed management, shared at a January OJ Break in Lake Alfred, Florida. A […]
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Manage Cow Body Condition to Protect Profits
Explore why managing cow body condition is vastly important for maintaining profitability in a cow-calf operation, such as in Florida’s […]
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What the Research Says on Brassinosteroids and Citrus
See the results of research on brassinosteroids and citrus by UF/IFAS assistant professors Fernando Alferez. A January OJ Break at […]
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Attend the 2024 Northwest Florida Beef Cattle Conference & Trade Show
Register now for the 2024 Northwest Florida Beef Cattle Conference & Trade Show, February 14th in Marianna, Florida. The 39th […]
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Florida Agricultural Disaster Recovery Programs Launched
See the details of two agricultural disaster recovery programs that were enacted by Florida ag leaders. Florida ag leaders announced […]
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Takeaways From Research on Water Usage in Citrus Greening-Infected Trees
See the takeaways from research concerning water usage in citrus greening-infected trees in a UF/IFAS Tip of the Week. A […]
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Innovations in Ag to Look for in 2024
Read about the many different innovations in ag that you are likely to hear about in the coming year, 2024. […]
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Avoid Scams Buying or Selling Cattle Online
See tips for avoiding scams when buying or selling cattle online from The University of Florida Institute of Food and […]
