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Does fertilizer go bad? Understanding fertilizer shelf life and storage
Does fertilizer go bad or lose its effectiveness? Knowing answers to these questions... more
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Cattle on a ranch. Photo taken 03-07-19.
Cattle used as land management tool
SFWMD is using a natural biological tool to manage the vegetation on public land – cows. more
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UF/IFAS receives $1 million grant to explore automation in nursery industry
Imagine a future where nursery growers can effortlessly manage their plants with cutting-edge... more
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Turfgrass troubleshooter: Dr. Harmon’s mission to support Florida’s industry
Dr. Philip Harmon is a plant pathology professor and extension specialist at the University of Florida (UF), specializing in warm season turfgrasses... more
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Fallen trees with unusual damage can reveal the presence of termites
Trees that have been compromised by termites may appear healthy, but their internal structure could be weakened... more
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Native bees Melissodes on big blue sage.
Native plants outperform non-native species for growth and floral abundance
If you want more reasons to plant native species, here’s new evidence from University of Florida research... more
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A boy smiles as he prepares to enjoy a scoop of peanut butter.
Lip-smackin’ good: Peanut Butter Challenge returns
Since 2012, UF/IFAS Extension and partner institution Florida A&M University Cooperative Extension have donated... more
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Tractors overturn and harvest peanuts
Years of UF research yields science-backed fertilization rates
In 2022, state funding made it possible for the UF/IFAS Nutrient Management Program (NMP) to begin scrutinizing... more
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South Florida farmers top water quality standards
South Florida’s sugarcane, vegetable, fruit, sod and rice farmers have reached another milestone... more
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Register by Sept. 2 for EAA Best Management Practices Training
UF/IFAS will hold EAA Best Management Practices Training on Wednesday, Sept. 4 from 8:15 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the EREC Conference Center, 3200 E Canal St. S. in Belle Glade more
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Fernando Alferez, one of the leaders of the new study on the long-term effects of IPCs, covers a tree.
Mesh bags protect citrus against greening, may improve tree health
New University of Florida research shows the trees grown under the individual protective covers... more
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Judy Clayton Sanchez
U.S. Sugar announces retirement of Judy Clayton Sanchez after more than 30 years of service
U.S. Sugar announced that Judy Clayton Sanchez, the Company’s longtime Senior Director, Corporate Communications... more
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Farmers urged to know their costs
Instead of taking what the broker or retailer feels like paying, small- and medium-sized farmers... more
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UF/IFAS gives tips and insights for palm tree survival after hurricanes
In the aftermath of a hurricane, some palm tree owners may worry about the survival... more
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HOMESTEAD -- Dragon fruit grown at the TREC campus plot in Homestead. [Photo courtesy UF/IFAS Photography]
Dragon fruit workshop spurs excitement and collaboration for a robust industry
Dragon fruit is a heart-healthy superfood, low in calories and fueled with plenty of fiber and antioxidants... more
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A Master Gardener shares tips on wildflower propagation
Lois McNamara has been growing wildflowers for more than two decades, but she... more
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Discover the potential and benefits of the rice industry at August 8 Field Day
Rice, the vital crop enjoyed by more than half the world’s population, boasts a versatility that’s hard to match. more
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UF scientists study how to bring you ‘climate-smart coffee’
Crave that cup of coffee in the morning? Globally, consumers drink more than 2.2 billion cups daily. more
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Study co-author Kendall Breland uses a BenthoTorch instrument to measure the concentration of individual microbial communities in a soil sample. [Photo by Amelia Westmoreland]
UF study reveals environmental impact of artificial sweeteners
The human body’s inability to break down sucralose, an artificial sweetener found in many zero-calorie food and drink products … more
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Kale being washed in a sink.
New statewide Extension Agent will teach stakeholders about food safety
Growing up in rural Douglas, Georgia (pop. 11,000), Stephanie Brown actively participated in Future Farmers... more
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