The Importance of Nutrient Efficiency in Citrus
Explore the great importance of nutrient efficiency in citrus from a presentation by a UF/IFAS researcher. Nutrient efficiency in citrus is of the utmost importance according to the presentation [...]
Tips for Fire Ant Control in the Citrus Grove
See tips and information on fire ant control in Florida citrus groves from a UF/IFAS entomologist. Fire ant control in the citrus grove should be an important part of [...]
The Good and Bad of Individual Protective Covers
Explore the good and bad of individual protective covers, or IPCs, for Florida citrus from a UF/IFAS citrus horticulturist. The research has shown there’s both good and bad of [...]
A Look at Adjuvants for Increasing Pesticide Effectiveness
Explore the use of adjuvants for increasing pesticide effectiveness to efficiently target insects, diseases, and more in agriculture. Pesticides are an important part of the agriculture industry as there [...]
Citrus Workers Can Take the Ag Worker Safety Program Online
The UF/IFAS Ag Worker Safety Program is being offered virtually to citrus workers to meet necessary training requirements. Citrus workers are required to fulfill necessary training requirements for the [...]
Copper Alternatives for Citrus Canker
See the results of research looking at the efficacy of copper alternatives for citrus canker to use in Florida citrus groves. Citrus canker is one of the many pests [...]
Zinc and Potassium May Combat Fruit Drop
UF/IFAS research indicates that zinc and potassium may combat fruit drop for Florida citrus growers according to a presentation at the Florida Citrus Show. Fruit drop has been a [...]
Florida Pesticide Applicator Licensing Exam Available Online
Those needing to take the Florida Pesticide Applicator Licensing Exam may now do so online as well as in person. Those in The Sunshine State looking to apply pesticides [...]
Time to Start Scouting for Postbloom Fruit Drop
The UF/IFAS Tip of the Week maintains it’s time for Florida citrus growers to start scouting for postbloom fruit drop. The UF/IFAS Tip of the Week, written by UF/IFAS associate [...]
Updates on Trunk Injections for Citrus Greening
A UF/IFAS assistant professor shared updates on research into using trunk injections for citrus greening treatments. Researchers have long been looking for a cure for citrus greening, and one [...]
Have Freeze Damage? Take the Business Damage Assessment Survey
Ag operations that sustained freeze damage during the last weekend in January should take the Business Damage Assessment Survey. The last weekend in January saw freezing temperatures sweep through [...]
Protect Florida Citrus from Leprosis Re-Infection
A UF/IFAS researcher warns of possibility of leprosis re-infection and advises Florida citrus growers to be on the lookout for the disease. Citrus leprosis has not been present in [...]
Preventing Phytophthora in New Plantings
See tips on preventing phytophthora infections in new citrus plantings from a UF/IFAS researcher at a January presentation at CREC. Phytophthora can have a detrimental effect on newly planted [...]
Citrus Nutrition and Irrigation Focus of UF/IFAS Workshop
Attend the workshop and field visit opportunity on Feb. 8 at CREC to learn about the latest results in citrus nutrition and irrigation. Florida citrus growers who are interested in [...]
Fabric Mulch Groundcovers May Reduce Water Use and Improve Yield
Research being conducted by UF/IFAS researchers is looking into whether fabric mulch groundcovers will reduce water usage and improve yield. Scientists at the Indian River Research and Education Center [...]
Details of the Citrus Recovery Act
Explore the details of the Citrus Recovery Act, which is a bill to amend the Florida Citrus Commission (FCC). The Citrus Recovery Act, or SB 1002, was introduced by Sen. Danny Burgess (R-District 20). According [...]
Make it to The UF Flavor Summit
Make plans to join the UF Flavor Summit, February 22-24, held Rosen Plaza Hotel in Orlando, Florida to learn about the science behind flavor. The University of Florida’s (UF) [...]
Tips for Getting Young Citrus Trees Off to a Good Start
See tips for getting young citrus trees off to a good start in the era of citrus greening. Young citrus trees in Florida have an uphill battle in the [...]
Pest Scouting and Management Tips
Explore pest scouting and management tips for Florida citrus growers from an Extension agent. Pests are a big concern in Florida citrus. Highlands County Extension agent Lourdes Pérez Cordero shared pest scouting [...]
Recommendations on Algal Spot Treatment
See recommendations on Algal Spot treatment for Florida citrus growers from the UF/IFAS Tip of the Week. Algal Spot was in abundance last summer, so it’s likely to be [...]
