Griffin Blog
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Take Your Florida Pesticide Exam Online
Every Florida pesticide exam is now available to take online to achieve or renew certification as a licensed pesticide applicator. […]
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Macronutrient and Micronutrient Recommendations
See macronutrient and micronutrient recommendations for Florida citrus growers from a UF/IFAS Tip of the Week. Optimal citrus growth, fruit […]
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Register Now for the 2022 Florida Tomato Conference
Registration is open for the 2022 Florida Tomato Conference on September 7th at the LaBelle Civic Center. Florida tomato growers should register […]
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Plan Now for Gibberellic Acid Applications
A UF/IFAS Tip of the Week maintains the time for gibberellic acid applications is fast approaching for Florida citrus growers. […]
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Research Studies Plant Genes to Increase Heat Tolerance in Plants
A group of UF/IFAS scientists are studying plant genes to help understand how to increase heat tolerance in plants. In […]
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See the Latest Vegetable Industry Trends
Explore the latest Vegetable Industry Trends happening in 2022 based on the American Vegetable Grower magazine’s 2022 State of the […]
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The Relationship Between Citrus Nutrition and Soil and Water pH
Read about the important relationship between citrus nutrition and the pH of soil and water from a UF/IFAS Extension agent. […]
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Register for FFVA 2022 Now
See three reasons to register now to attend the 78th Annual Convention, FFVA 2022, September 12-14, at Amelia Island, Florida. […]
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The Good and the Bad of Citrus Trunk Injections
Research into using citrus trunk injections of oxytetracycline to fight citrus greening shows both benefits and disadvantages. Citrus growers were hoping […]
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Pre-Register by 8/12 for the Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo
Pre-registration is open through noon on August 12th for the 2022 Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo, August 17-18, in Ft. […]
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Oriental Fruit Fly Quarantine in Effect
A quarantine has been established in the St. Petersburg area of Pinellas County due to the presence of an ag […]
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Attend the UF/IFAS Grape Field Day
UF/IFAS is holding its 4th annual Grape Field Day for those interested in growing grapes and making wine commercially. Growing […]
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A Look at Improving Soil Health in Citrus Groves
See recommendations for improving soil health in citrus groves with the aim of helping trees mitigate the effects of citrus […]
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Research Studies Wildflowers in Citrus Groves
A University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) research study is looking at the benefits of wildflowers […]
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Tips for Limiting Heat Stress in Citrus Trees
See tips from UF/IFAS Tip of the Week for reducing heat stress in citrus trees and improving the health and […]
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Hops Disease Outlook Appears Promising
A UF/IFAS plant pathology professor shared that the hops disease outlook is good if the plants are disease-free from the […]
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Research Finds IPCs and Brassinosteroids Combat Citrus Greening
Research by a UF/IFAS assistant professor of citrus horticulture indicates IPCs and brassinosteroids keep young trees free of citrus greening. […]
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UF/IFAS Begins Research to Update Fertilizer Recommendations for BMPs
Researchers with UF/IFAS have begun the research to update fertilizer recommendations for BMPs for many important Florida crops. With The […]
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Use Kaolin Clay for Psyllid Reduction and Citrus Tree Health
A UF/IFAS Tip of the Week advises to use kaolin clay to combat Asian citrus psyllids and improve citrus tree […]
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Tips on Choosing the Best Citrus Leaves for Nutrient Sampling
Find out what the experts say are the best citrus leaves for nutrient sampling to guide your fertilizer decisions. Using […]
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Attend the UF/IFAS-Hosted Vegetable Growers Meeting
UF/IFAS Extension is hosting a vegetable growers meeting on July 11th via Zoom with informational presentations from specialists. The University […]
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Research Looks to Use AI To Assess Livestock Mobility
A group of UF/IFAS scientists are conducting research into using AI to assess livestock mobility for horses, cattle, and more. […]
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Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame Open
Nominate a deserving individual in the ag industry to the Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame by September 1st. The FL […]
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Sign Up Soon for the 2022 Census of Agriculture
The deadline to request to be included in the 2022 Census of Agriculture is fast approaching; sign up by June […]
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What You Need to Know About The Nutrient Application Rates Bill
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed SB 1000, the Nutrient Application Rates bill, which takes effect July 1st. See the details. In […]
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Protecting Citrus Tree Roots With Physical Barriers
Explore what the UF/IFAS experts say about protecting citrus tree roots with physical barriers for optimal tree health. Florida citrus […]
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Research Looks Into Tea as an Alternative Crop
Read about the research that has been ongoing into the viability of tea as an alternative crop in The Sunshine […]
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Flooded Crop Mitigation Research
See the results of research into flooded crop mitigation that could be a solution for Florida farmers dealing with flooded […]
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Scouting and Treatment for the Newest Cucurbit Disease
Learn what to look for when scouting for cucurbit chlorotic yellows virus (CCYV), the newest cucurbit disease. Cucurbit chlorotic yellows […]
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Oak Mulch Study Update
See the results of an oak mulch study on the impact of using the mulch to improve soil and tree […]
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Combat Summer Challenges for Your Beef Herd
Florida’s brutal summers present unique challenges for cattle ranchers; take steps to counteract these challenges for your beef herd. Florida’s […]
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A Look at the Different Methods to Grow Tomatoes
See the advantages and disadvantages of the three different methods utilized to grow tomatoes commercially. There are three different options […]
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A Look at a Pasture Condition Score Sheet
See the details of how a Pasture Condition Score Sheet can be used to measure your management efforts for boosting […]
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Measuring Forage Productivity
See options for measuring forage productivity to gauge the effects of management practices and document a return on your investment. […]
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Propagation Program for HLB-Tolerant Citrus Trees in the Works
A slew of organizations are working together start a propagation program that will provide HLB-tolerant citrus trees. A number of […]
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Preparing Your Ag or Livestock Operation for a Hurricane
As Hurricane Season is upon us, see recommendations for preparing your ag or livestock operation for a hurricane. The National […]
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Market and Production Updates for Peppers
See updates for peppers concerning the current market and production from a member of the industry. In a recent interview, […]
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The Benefits of Bamboo as an Alternative Crop
A recent event drew many from Florida agriculture looking to learn about the benefits of bamboo of as an alternative […]
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Utilize Preventative Sprays for Rindworm in Watermelon
Florida watermelon growers are urged by a UF/IFAS Extension agent to utilize preventative sprays to combat rindworm in watermelon. University […]
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A Look at Watermelon Diseases Update
Explore current updates for watermelon diseases thus far in the Florida season for North Florida. Regional Specialized Extension agent in […]
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Attend the 2022 Florida Cattlemen’s Association Convention and Trade Show
The 2022 Florida Cattlemen’s Association Convention and Trade Show is coming up in June; register now! Pre-register by June 6th […]
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Tips on Planting Cover Crops
See the UF/IFAS Tip of the Week for information for preparing and planting cover crops in the Florida citrus grove. […]
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Possible New Option for Combating Citrus Greening
Researchers in a collaborative effort are working on a new possible option for combating citrus greening. A collaborative research project between the […]
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CRDF Focuses on Fighting Citrus Greening
The Citrus Research and Development Foundation’s April board of directors meeting showed the foundation’s commitment to fighting citrus greening. The […]
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Two Products Proven Against Citrus Greening
UF/IFAS researchers shared information on two products with a proven track record in the fight against citrus greening at a recent […]
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Rootstock Field Trials Benefit From Consistency
The UF/IFAS Tip of the Week maintains that rootstock field trials in Florida citrus benefit from consistency. The UF/IFAS Tip […]
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CUPS Pros and Cons
Explore CUPS pros and cons from a UF/IFAS professor emeritus and senior economic consultant with the Florida Department of Citrus. Citrus […]
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Attend the UF/IFAS Webinar on Plant Growth Regulators April 27th
UF/IFAS will be presenting a webinar on plant growth regulators in citrus, like gibberellic acid and brassinosteroids, on April 27th. […]
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Tips for Managing Weeds in Row Middles
The UF/IFAS Tip of the Week shares tips for managing weeds in the row middles of your citrus grove. Managing […]
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Update on Stable Antimicrobial Peptide Research
See the current state and results of research on a stable antimicrobial peptide in Florida and elsewhere for combating citrus […]
