Nominate a citrus producer for the Florida Citrus Hall of Fame; nominations are being accepted through November 1st. Know a citrus producer deserving of recognition? Nominate him or her [...]
Explore the latest research into precision farming techniques for citrus production and other areas of agriculture. In our latest column in Central Florida Ag News, we shared about the [...]
See the latest updates on needle-assisted trunk infusion technology aimed at delivering therapeutic liquid materials to citrus trees. Florida citrus growers were optimistic about the use of bactericides in combating [...]
See the take-home messages from a UF/IFAS researcher’s presentation at the Florida Citrus Growers’ Institute on micronutrients in citrus. “HLB-affected citrus trees benefit from micronutrients at higher-than-recommended rates,” was [...]
Lend your knowledge and expertise to an organic citrus survey that will help build a research program for organics in citrus. The Organic Center is a an organization that [...]
See the recommendations from a UF/IFAS researcher on getting the “right rate” when it comes to citrus nutrition. The Four Rs of nutrient use are the right time, right placement, [...]
A UF/IFAS assistant professor of entomology spoke about pest management with Individual Protective Covers (IPCs) during the virtual Citrus Expo. Many Florida citrus growers are trying Individual Protective Covers (IPCs) [...]
More oak leaf extract research done by UF/IFAS shows the compound holds promise in the fight against citrus greening. Oak leaf extract is currently undergoing research for use as [...]
UF/IFAS soil microbiologist with cover crops for citrus research team says cover crops are “really encouraging.” Research into cover crops for citrus has been ongoing since observers noticed that [...]
UF/IFAS’s Citrus Research and Education Center (CREC) website was revamped to make it easier for citrus growers to navigate. Florida citrus growers have evidently had some complaints about the Citrus [...]
See what’s coming out of UF/IFAS in terms of rootstock improvement with the aim of combating citrus greening. In our latest column in Central Florida Ag News, we shared [...]
See the integrated pest management strategies presented by a UF/IFAS professor of entomology and nematology at the 2020 virtual Florida Citrus Industry Annual Conference. Controlling Asian citrus psyllid populations in Florida citrus groves has [...]
Explore the 2020 Citrus Expo Seminar schedule as the virtual event draws near, scheduled for August 19th and 20th. The 2020 Citrus Expo is virtual this year, owing to [...]
Recent UF/IFAS research into kaolin particle films shows that it is effective in helping to control Asian citrus psyllids for Florida citrus growers. Asian citrus psyllids are the vector [...]
Read the highlights from a Q&A with Citrus Achievement Award Winner Steven Callaham that touch on citrus greening and diversification. Every year, a Florida citrus grower or affiliated partner [...]
Citrus growers around the state are reporting problems with snails in the grove. UF/IFAS researchers are alerting Florida citrus growers to be on the lookout for snails in the [...]
Research funded by UF/IFAS shows that oak leaf extract could be used by citrus growers to help combat citrus greening. Recent research into using oak leaf extract to combat [...]
The UF/IFAS Citrus Research Website has undergone a revision to aid Florida citrus growers looking for the latest research. The University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences [...]
The 2020 Citrus Expo will be digital this year due to coronavirus, and the educational sessions will be held online so Florida growers can benefit. Like many events this [...]
The Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association (FFVA) is asking Florida citrus growers to share information for a carbaryl case study. Florida citrus growers and blueberry growers are being asked by [...]
