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) [...]
UF/IFAS Researcher Developing Smart-Spray Technology For Pesticide and Fertilizer Savings
UF/IFAS Associate Professor Yiannis Ampatzidis is developing smart-spray technology to help Florida citrus growers to save on pesticide and fertilizer use. Saving on inputs is one way for Florida citrus [...]
Gibberellic Acid Treatments on Hamlin Citrus Research Results
Research into gibberellic acid treatments for Hamlin oranges by UF/IFAS appears to have similar promising results to Valencias. Gibberellic acid treatments have been shown to be successful in helping [...]
Advantages and Disadvantages of Fertilization Methods for Citrus
See the pros and cons of different fertilization methods for citrus as shared by the UF/IFAS commercial fruit crop agent for Lake and Orange counties. When it comes to [...]
Takeaways on Citrus Nutrition from the Citrus Nutrition Box Program
See the information learned about citrus nutrition from Florida’s Citrus Nutrition Box Program, which started the fall of 2019. Florida’s Citrus Nutrition Box Program saw the collection and testing [...]
Senate Bill Addresses Citrus BMPs
A Florida Senate Bill filed by Sen. Ben Albritton addresses issues with citrus BMPs concerning nutrient recommendation rates. A Florida Citrus Mutual-sourced Citrus Industry article maintained that “much of [...]
Meet the Latest Citrus Hall of Fame Inductees
Meet the latest round of Citrus Hall of Fame inductees who made significant contributions to the Florida citrus industry. Every year the Citrus Hall of Fame inducts a handful [...]
Signs of Freeze Damage in Citrus
The UF/IFAS Tip of the Week shares the signs of freeze damage in citrus as winter and potentially freezing temperatures approach. Winter approaches, and the UF/IFAS Tip of the [...]
Industry Responses to the First Florida Citrus Forecast
Read industry responses to the first Florida Citrus Forecast for the 2021-2022 season issued by the USDA in early October. Citrus growers were mostly positive about the outlook for [...]
Register Now for the UF/IFAS CREC Open House and Field Day
Mark your calendar and register now to attend the UF/IFAS CREC Open House and Field Day November 16th for Florida citrus growers. The UF/IFAS Citrus Research and Education Center [...]
Plan Now for Upcoming UF/IFAS Citrus Events
UF/IFAS has several Citrus Events—from citrus variety displays to field days—for Florida citrus growers and others to attend. Citrus growers and other industry stakeholders should mark their calendars now [...]
A Look at Phosphorus in Florida Soils
An Extension agent shared the “fate of phosphorus in Florida citrus soils” in the September Extension newsletter for citrus growers. Phosphorus is a vital nutrient for all plants, including [...]
Recommendations for Combating Phytophthora During the Fall Root Flush
A UF/IFAS Tip of the Week shares recommendations for combating phytophthora during the fall root flush. The fall root flush is underway, and it will continue through November and [...]
A Look at Trellising and Robotic Harvesting
Citrus growers in Australia are conducting trials on trellising and robotic harvesting to explore the viability of robotic harvesting. Labor shortages, work health and safety issues, and advances in [...]
Researchers Look at Citrus Microbes to Fight Disease
UF/IFAS researchers are looking at citrus microbes to identify which may be able to help citrus trees to fight disease. Florida citrus trees need all the help they can [...]
Nutrients an Important Part of Reducing Fruit Drop
A UF/IFAS researcher shared options for reducing fruit drop, with nutrition strategies playing an important part. Horticulturist and UF/IFAS researcher Tripti Vashisth shared possible options for reducing fruit drop at [...]