Research on Trunk injection Wounding
See the results from research into minimizing trunk injection wounding in citrus from injections aimed at citrus greening. Florida citrus researchers are looking for the best way to deliver oxytetracycline [...]
Citrus Green Injection Alternatives
See the citrus greening injection alternatives research projects that have been approved by the CRDF. The Citrus Research and Development Foundation (CRDF) has approved a number of research projects [...]
Research Into Zinc and Potassium Applications to Combat Fruit Drop
See the best times to use zinc and potassium applications to fight fruit drop in citrus infected by citrus greening, based on research. The UF/IFAS Tip of the Week [...]
Take Advantage of the UF/IFAS Rapid Turf Diagnostic Service
The UF/IFAS Rapid Turf Diagnostic Service offers diagnosis of turfgrass samples with a quick turn-around and other benefits. Have a turfgrass problem that you need help solving? Send a [...]
Determining Turfgrass Diseases, Part 1
Examine the Disease Triangle that you can use in determining turfgrass diseases for landscaping, lawns, golf courses, and more. Turfgrasses are susceptible to pathogens just like any other plant, [...]
Tips on Determining Cattle COD
Find tips for ranchers for determining cattle COD, provided by the South Florida Beef-Forage Program Article-of-the-Month. Life and death go hand-in-hand on a working ranch, and the death of [...]
Comments on Tools for New Citrus Trees
See comments by a UF/IFAS entomologist Lauren Diepenbrock on the pros and cons of tools for new citrus trees. UF/IFAS entomologist Lauren Diepenbrock shared the pros and cons of [...]
Details of USDA’s Crop Insurance Option for Tropical Storms
See the details of the USDA’s crop insurance option for tropical storms that have been named storms. The USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) rolled out their new Tropical Storm [...]
Attend the 2023 UF/IFAS North Central Florida Turfgrass Field Day
Make it to the 2023 UF/IFAS North Central Florida Turfgrass Field Day on October 4th in Citra, Florida. The UF/IFAS Turf Team is hosting the 2023 UF/IFAS North Central [...]
UF/IFAS Needs Input at Variety Displays
Mark your calendars now to participate in upcoming UF/IFAS variety displays created by citrus breeding teams. UF/IFAS citrus breeding teams need input for their upcoming variety displays, which are [...]
Options to Help Citrus Trees Recover From Hurricane Damage
The UF/IFAS Tip of the Week article shared tips to help citrus trees recover from hurricane damage, such as from Hurricane Ian. UF/IFAS researchers report that Florida citrus trees [...]
Benefits of New Bentgrasses Approved by A-LIST
See the benefits of new bentgrasses approved by the Alliance for Low Input Sustainable Turf, of A-LIST, for golf courses. Bentgrasses are typically used in Florida golf courses to [...]
Observing National Farm Safety and Health Week
Get the details about National Farm Safety and Health Week, September 17th-23rd, and options for observing it. National Farm Safety and Health Week is fast approaching. Scheduled for September [...]
Citrus Greening Coordinated Network Needs Grower Input
UF/IFAS researchers are developing a coordinated network concerning citrus greening research for citrus growers. The Florida citrus industry is still operating under the burdens created by citrus greening, and [...]
The Advantages and Disadvantages of Plant Growth Regulators
See all the advantages and disadvantages of using plant growth regulators in a landscape setting. Plant growth regulators (PGRs) are making their way into the landscaping industry, thanks to [...]
Economic Benefits of Soil Health Management Systems Shown
The results of a recent study show the economic benefits of Soil Health Management Systems (SHMS) in addition to environmental benefits. The Soil Health Institute (SHI) and the National [...]
A Look at Sod Versus Seed
Be prepared to share the advantages and disadvantages of sod versus seed with your Florida landscaping clients. The majority of homeowners and business owners want their landscaping to look [...]
Prepare Landscaping for Hurricanes
Get ready for bad weather as it’s Hurricane Season. Prepare landscaping for hurricanes to weather the storm. Hurricanes can cause massive destruction to infrastructure and agriculture, but storms can [...]
Enroll Your Crew in the 10-Hour OSHA Construction Safety Course for the Landscape Industry
Improve safety training for your crew with the 10-Hour OSHA Construction Safety Course for the Landscape Industry. Landscaping companies looking to add to their safety trainings should consider the [...]
ARS Offers Free Online Training for Managing Phosphorus
The Agricultural Research Service (ARS) has developed free online training modules in managing phosphorus. Phosphorus is one of the most important nutrients needed by plants for growth; it’s one [...]