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 […]
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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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
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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
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Florida Blueberry Growers Hoping for a Disaster Declaration
Florida blueberry growers don’t have a lot to be happy about for the 2015-16 season. While many in the ag