Healthy Soils and Florida Citrus: Part 1
See how Florida’s soils stack up to the definition of healthy soils, and how it impacts Florida citrus in light of citrus greening. Healthy soils are the basis of [...]
A Citrus Grower’s Look at Citrus Greening Management Strategies
See what one Florida citrus growers has to say about citrus greening management strategies. Citrus greening, also known as HLB, has every citrus grower looking for the best [...]
Don’t Forget This Essential Nutrient in Your Fertilization Schedule
Many growers forget about this essential nutrient, to the detriment of crop growth and yield. When it comes to nutrients, all growers know about the main three nutrients: [...]
Advice on Heifer and Young Cow Management from UF/IFAS Extension
See recommendations from UF Extension on beef cow management. One tough beef cow management issue that beef producers deal with is whether to purchase or raise replacement heifers. [...]
UF/IFAS Researcher Recommends Continuous Fertilizing for HLB-Infected Citrus
A UF/IFAS Assistant Professor maintains continuous fertilizing for HLB-infected citrus trees. HLB-infected citrus trees have a smaller root ball, according to research and an article in a Citrus [...]
Researchers Looking to Use Gene Technology to Fight Citrus Greening
See how researchers are trying to use gene technology to stop citrus greening. Researchers at the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Animal Sciences (UF/IFAS) are studying gene technology [...]
FL Grower Citrus Achievement Award Winner: Getting the Most Growing Under Cover
Read what FL grower Citrus Achievement Award Winner Ed Pines has to say about getting the most out of growing citrus under a protective screening. Any development that [...]
Update on Hops Research in Florida Agriculture
Hops research is still on-going at UF/IFAS for use in Florida agriculture. Back in the fall of 2016, the story of research into growing hops in the Sunshine [...]
UF/IFAS Research Looks at Controlling Weeds in Vegetable Operations
Researchers with UF/IFAS look into combating weeds that impede the growth of vegetables. UF/IFAS researchers have found options for controlling common weeds that affect vegetable growth and an [...]
Growers Discuss Two Issues in Citrus Greening: Psyllid Control and Bactericides
Citrus growers discussed two important issues in the industry: psyllid control and bactericides. Where do you stand? A forum in Sebring in mid-May focused on two main issues [...]
Details on UF/IFAS Mandarin Showing Increased HLB Tolerance
UF/IFAS-developed mandarin is displaying an increased HLB tolerance. A recent article from the University of South Florida’s Institute of Food and Agriculture Sciences (UF/IFAS) examines why a UF/IFAS-created mandarin [...]
Study Confirms What Works and What Doesn’t in Psyllid Control
A UF/IFAS study proves that infrequent spraying results in poor psyllid control. Florida citrus growers have been fighting citrus greening since it was first detected in 2005 in [...]
UF/IFAS Calls for Florida Cattle Operator Participation in Brahman Cattle Project
UF/IFAS researchers are asking Florida ranchers with Brahman cattle to participate in a project aimed at identifying the best genes and improving the breed. The beef cattle sector [...]
Managing Liver Flukes in Your Beef Cattle Herd
Read a Q&A on liver flukes management in beef cattle. There is a lot to contend with as a beef cattle operator, especially in the tropical climate of [...]
CRDF President Discusses Effectiveness of Bactericides
Florida citrus growers are anxious to see the efficacy of bactericides. Bactericides are a main topic of discussion for Florida citrus growers, including Citrus Research and Development Foundation [...]
Griffin Fertilizer Co-Hosts Forages Field Day May 12th
Don’t miss the free Forages Field Day, May 12th in Kenansville, Florida. Looking to increase your know-how and improve your operation’s forage capabilities? Then don’t miss the Forages [...]
Q&A on the FDA’s Food Safety Modernization Act Produce Safety Rule
Explore the basic things you need to know when it comes to the FDA’s approaching Produce Safety Rule. The FDA’s Food Safety Modernization Act features a Produce Safety [...]
U.S. Cow Herd Continues to Grow
The U.S. cow herd has continued its growth trend. The U.S. cow herd continues to grow at an aggressive rate. According to an AgWeb.com article, the cow herd [...]
Looking Ahead to the Rest of the Florida Citrus Harvest
The industry looks ahead to the remainder of the Florida citrus harvest. This past March 9th marked the latest USDA citrus forecast, and it wasn’t anything to cheer [...]
Citrus Forecast for Florida Drops in March
See what the latest citrus forecast predicted for the 2016-17 Florida citrus season. March 9th saw the release of the latest USDA citrus forecast for the U.S.’s citrus [...]
