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 [...]
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 [...]
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.” [...]
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 [...]
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 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 [...]
Farmer’s Acceptance of Biocontrol Products Growing
Biocontrol products are increasing both in numbers and in grower acceptance. At the recent Biocontrols USA West 2017 Conference and Expo, one message was evident: grower acceptance of biocontrol [...]
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 [...]
Micronutrients and Root Health Could Be Allies in the Fight Against HLB
A UF/IFAS researcher is looking at how micronutrients can help in the fight against HLB. Everyone is looking for a way to beat HLB, also called citrus greening. [...]
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 [...]
Weed Management Details and Costs for 3 Problematic Weeds
Explore weed management options for three offending pasture weeds. Weed management requires a lot of consideration for Florida cattle operators. Florida’s long growing season means that most plants [...]
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 [...]
The Basics of Detecting Citrus Freeze Damage in Trees and Fruit
See what factors lead to citrus freeze damage and what symptoms to look for. It’s that time of year when severe freezes could affect citrus trees, causing citrus freeze [...]
A Look at the 2017 Inductees to The Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame
Each 2017 Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame inductee has put a stamp on Florida ag. The banquet honoring the 2017 Inductees to The Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame is fast [...]
Knowing Average Rates for Agriculture Expenses, Part 1: Pasture Leases
Knowing the average rates for ag expenses like pasture leases can be an important step in negotiations. Pasture leases are a common option utilized by Florida cattle operations for [...]
Options for Transitioning the Family Farm to the Next Generation
Wondering just how to transfer the family farm to the next generation? Explore these options. Many farms and ranches are owned by a family unit—97 percent of them [...]
Tips for Transitioning Your Operation to the Next Farming Generation
Set the next farming generation up for success when you plan out transitioning the family farm or ranch to your kids and grandchildren. The statistics on farming gathered in [...]
Tips on Getting Your Soil Ready for the Growing Season
The health of your soil determines many aspects of your operation, so make sure it’s as healthy as can be. Soils are of the utmost importance in agriculture. [...]
Bactericide Approval Update for Florida Citrus
The Florida citrus industry has been fighting citrus greening, also called HLB, since its discovery in 2005 in South Florida. As harvests dwindle to dangerously low numbers, the citrus [...]
