FAWN Tools Available for Citrus Growers
As cold weather approaches, Florida’s citrus growers turn to the Florida Automated Weather Network’s suite of tools. FAWN tools, as they’re know, were the topic of the day at [...]
Summary of the State of the Florida Citrus Industry Survey, Part 2
Florida citrus is a major part of the state’s agriculture industry. Even with the hits the Florida citrus industry has taken from citrus greening, or HLB, it’s still a [...]
The Latest on Florida’s Citrus Psyllid Eradication Efforts
There are many different avenues of attack that are being researched to fight citrus greening, also known as HLB, in Florida. A CitrusIndustry.com article recently discussed the latest developments [...]
A Primer on Cattle Leases
Leasing land for cattle can be a desirable proposition as long as you get the right set of circumstances. Many cattle producers have questions about cattle leases, and the [...]
Top Considerations When Establishing New Citrus Groves in Florida
There are many incentive programs available for replanting or renovation of new citrus groves in Florida at the moment. Citrus greening, also known as HLB, has done a great [...]
UF/IFAS Imaging System to Spot Citrus Greening Prior to Symptoms
The best and the brightest minds in science and agriculture are working tirelessly to beat citrus greening, also known as HLB. Citrus greening is caused by bacteria that infect [...]
Florida Citrus Growers Can Save Water and Money with FAWN System
Water is an integral part of agriculture. It’s especially true for Florida citrus growers who also need to keep an eye on water usage both as a tool for [...]
Participation in UF Nutrition Trials Urged by Veteran Citrus Grower
The University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is on the front lines of fighting citrus greening and saving Florida’s citrus industry. It is one reason why [...]
Improving Citrus Nutrition with Root Health
October 11th saw the Citrus Nutrition Day at the Citrus Research and Education Center in Lake Alfred. University of Florida researcher Jude Grosser reported on HLB, also known as [...]
Celebrate Global Fertilizer Day October 13th
If you haven’t taken the time to appreciate fertilizer’s role in your life, then today is the day to do that. October 13th is Global Fertilizer Day. Like it [...]
The Best Option for Fixing Harvest Season Breakdowns
Harvest season is well under way in most states, but harvest time is an occurrence that happens pretty much full-time in Florida. Whether you’re in the middle of your [...]
Emergency Citrus Disease Response Act Offers Incentive to Growers
Florida’s citrus growers are getting some much-needed good news. First it was the announcement of the Citrus Grove Renovation/Re-establishment Support Program in late August. That’s a program aimed at helping [...]
Observing National Farm Safety and Health Week
September 18th to the 24th is National Farm Safety and Health Week, and it’s a good time to make sure farm safety is a top priority at your operation. [...]
UF/IFAS Tests Money-Saving Water Tool
Water is a big deal for most farmers, and that’s especially true in Florida. One group of farmers in Suwannee didn’t have to worry as much about water and [...]
The Impressive Scope of Florida Agriculture
Florida agriculture is a multi-faceted industry. We often hear about the major commodities in the industry, such as citrus and beef cattle, but there are many different sectors that [...]
New Incentive for Florida Citrus Growers Announced
Florida citrus growers could use some good news. After an early citrus forecast predicted a 26 percent drop in the 2016-17 harvest year over the 2016-16 season’s 81.5 million [...]
4Rs of Fertilizers Come to University of Florida
UF/IFAS researchers are introducing a program that focuses on the 4Rs of fertilizers. The program will help growers in The Sunshine State to effectively utilize fertilizers and nutrient additives [...]
Citrus greening, insecticides, and flushing guidelines
Citrus greening has been affecting Florida’s citrus industry for over a decade, but growers and researchers are still figuring out the “best practices” when it comes to treatments for [...]
Compact Beds Produce Increased Profits for Growers
Many growers in Florida raise their produce using raised beds, also called plastic mulch. It’s a common sight in The Sunshine State to see strawberries, peppers, watermelon and more growing [...]
Biotechnology Uses Spinach Genes to Fight Citrus Greening
Biotechnology is one avenue of attack aimed at citrus greening, or HLB, that holds a great deal of promise. Southern Gardens Citrus President Rick Kress gave an update at [...]
