Water Sensors Advance in Technology
See how water sensor technology is advancing and moving into new areas to continue to deliver more value to those in the ag industry. Water sensors are an [...]
Tips for Optimal Tank Mixing
Find tips and “best practices” to get top results and avoid catastrophe when tank mixing. Tank mixing is a common practice for growers to utilize tank mixing to [...]
Tree Defender Offers Protection for Young Citrus from Citrus Greening
Explore how the Tree Defender protects young citrus trees from citrus greening. In the past, when trees in a citrus grove test positive for citrus greening (also called [...]
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 [...]
Florida Ag Theft on the Rise
Ag theft is likely on the rise in an ag community near you. There’s a bumper sticker I’ve seen that assures, “My tractor costs more than your Beemer.” [...]
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 [...]
Promoting Nutrient Cycling in Pastures to Improve Cattle Nutrition
Explore options for promoting nutrient cycling in your grazing lands. Supplementing cattle feed with forages is an important part of any Florida cattle operation, but ranchers could be [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Florida Ag Officials Declare Victory Over Screwworm
Florida ag officials are closing the animal health checkpoint in Key Largo after no additional screwworms have been detected. Florida ag officials sprang into action in late September [...]
Florida Tomato Grower Honored With 4R Advocate Award
Florida tomato grower Gary Reeder was one of five farmers in the country given the 4R Advocate Award for 2017. Tomato grower and fourth-generation farmer, Gary Reeder, earned [...]
New Option in Florida Citrus: the Finger Lime
Read all about the finger lime, and why it could be the next thing in Florida citrus. A recent article by UF/IFAS Citrus Research and Education Center professor [...]
Asian Citrus Psyllid Populations at Record Highs
The 2017 Asian citrus psyllid season has started off high. The Florida citrus industry has been watching the Asian citrus psyllid levels in Florida rise for the past [...]
Statistics From the USDA Farm and Land Survey
The latest data from the USDA Farm and Land Survey shows a decrease in farming in the U.S. The USDA conducts a yearly survey on the total number [...]
Researchers Discover Repellent for Redbay Ambrosia Beetle
Avocado growers may soon have a new tool against the Redbay Ambrosia Beetle Avocado growers have been battling laurel wilt fungus, a disease that kills both avocado trees [...]
Food Trends Creating Opportunities for Florida Farmers
Food trends offer opportunities for Florida farmers. Florida’s ag industry is a varied one. With our long growing season, Florida farmers are poised to grow just about whatever [...]
The Fertilizer Institute Honors 4R Advocates at Commodity Classic
The Fertilizer Institute honored five farmers and retailer partners as 4R advocates. The Fertilizer Institute is set to honor five farmers and retailer partners as 4R advocates at [...]