Citrus Canker Gene Identified
A team of UF/IFAS researchers has identified a second citrus canker gene, which could lead to citrus cultivars that are resistant to the disease. Citrus canker is a bacterial [...]
Researchers Finds Natural Sweeteners in Citrus
A UF/IFAS researcher team found multiple natural sweeteners in citrus which have potential as artificial sweeteners. The health benefits of orange juice and other citrus products are numerous, but [...]
The Importance of Farm Safety
See the highlights from a Q&A on Farm Safety with UF/IFAS assistant professor of agricultural and biological engineering, Serap Gorucu. Agriculture is one of the most dangerous industries. According to the [...]
Highlights of the Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo
See the highlights from the informational seminars that were given at the Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo by UF/IFAS experts. Events like the Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo are [...]
Combating Three Common Pests in Citrus
See recommendations on fighting three common pests in citrus from a UF/IFAS entomologist at the recent Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo. The recent Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo included [...]
Details of Needing a Pesticide Applicator License
Find out if you need a pesticide applicator license to lawfully apply pesticides in the State of Florida. There’s no denying there are a lot of insects in Florida, [...]
Three-Year Study Shows Benefits of Black Fabric Mulch Groundcovers
A UF/IFAS study that spanned three years showed that black fabric mulch groundcovers offer many benefits for citrus. Black fabric mulch groundcovers are traditionally used in Florida citrus to [...]
Sprayer Calibration Q&A
Read excerpts from a Q&A on sprayer calibration with experts from four different sprayer companies across North America. Sprayer calibration and nozzle size are important considerations for adequate spraying [...]
Attend the UF/IFAS Florida Equine Institute and Allied Trade Show
Learn all about topics concerning horse health at the UF/IFAS Florida Equine Institute and Allied Trade Show. Florida is a horse state, with many ranches employing horses to get [...]
Tomato Research to Study Nematodes and Warming Temperatures
A UF/IFAS scientist is part of a team that is conducting tomato research into nematodes and warming temperatures. UF/IFAS scientist and assistant professor of molecular nematology, Peter DiGennaro, is [...]
Two Major Florida Ag Production Guides Released for 2022-23
Get your copy of the two Florida Ag Production Guides just released, covering citrus production and vegetable production. Florida agriculture is an important industry with hundreds of different crops [...]
Update on Oxytetracycline Injections for Citrus Greening
The Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo featured a promising update on using oxytetracycline injections for citrus greening. Florida citrus growers attending the Citrus & Specialty Crop Expo in August [...]
Genes That Affect Strawberry Flavor Identified
UF/IFAS scientists have identified the genes that control strawberry flavor that enhance taste for a more appetizing strawberry. Florida is one of the major strawberry-growing states in the country; [...]
Congratulations to the Florida Grower Achievement Award Regional Winner
Meet the Grower Achievement Award regional winner from The Sunshine State: Lipman Family Farms, in Immokale, Florida. Every year, American Vegetable Grower gives out the Grower Achievement Award to [...]
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. There are about 70,000 certified pesticide applicators in The [...]
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 yields, and juice quality are all affected by nutrients, [...]
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 now to attend the 2022 Florida Tomato Conference on Wednesday, [...]
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. The mounting research shows that gibberellic acid applications are [...]
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 an ever-warming world, a groups of scientists with the [...]
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 Industry survey. American Vegetable Grower magazine recently released the [...]
