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UF/IFAS study proves color coding nutrition labels may promote healthier eating
What if understanding nutrition labels were as easy as reading a traffic light? more
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Economists estimate $40M in Florida agricultural losses from Hurricane Helene
The agricultural production losses Florida experienced due to Hurricane Helene have an estimated value... more
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Escarole field in the EAA cultivated in rich organic much soils UF IFAS lettuce breeding program.
Discover how escarole and endive can elevate a holiday feast
As Thanksgiving approaches, ushering in the holiday season, horticulture experts at the University of Florida Institute... more
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Greenhouse and field grown strawberries at the Gulf Coast Research and Education Center in Balm, FL.
Florida growers replant strawberries
Through hard work and efficient problem-solving, they have planted the fruits you’ll enjoy from December... more
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While hurricanes are on your mind, get your septic system inspected
Hurricanes Helene and Milton left many homeowners with flooded septic tanks. 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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Dyllan Furness, co-owner of Furness family farms, left, and Jonael Bosques, director of UF/IFAS Extension Hardee County, near a creek on the Furness family farms in Hardee County.
‘Cutting-edge science’ from UF/IFAS Extension helps farmer preserve water, other parts of his ecosystem
For about 20 years, Colin Furness and his family have bred and raised miniature cattle and donkeys, and specialized... 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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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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Picture of a passion fruit cut open. [Photo by Tyler Jones/ UF/IFAS]
Make the most of the season’s nutritious passion fruit harvest
Passion fruit is a tropical treat that offers a plethora of nutritional benefits... 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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Expert Q&A on creating a pollinator-friendly lawn for World Honey Bee Day
World Honey Bee Day, celebrated the third Saturday in August, Aug. 17, is a chance to celebrate honey bees... more
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UF study sheds light on challenges and recommendations of managing urban trees and storms
Trees can provide much-needed shade in cities, thereby reducing the “heat island” effect. more
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Gardening is a natural solution for chronic lower back pain
Therapeutic horticulture may offer noticeable benefits to patients with chronic lower back pain... more
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Sentinel blueberries. [Photo courtesy Doug Phillips/UF/IFAS]
Power through July, aka National Blueberry Month
As we celebrate National Blueberry Month in July, a University of Florida dietitian says the fruit could be called “power berries.” more
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Researchers pioneer techniques to boost passion fruit production
With Florida in peak passion fruit season, researchers are eyeing the sweet tropical fruit as a cash crop. more
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Cooling ‘blood oranges’ could make them even healthier
An orange teeming with antioxidants and other health benefits may be a shot in the arm... more
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“It seems like it never fails. We are supposed to start planting our sugar crop on Monday, but Mother Nature has other plans for us. We received nearly 4 inches of rain last night. We are at the mercy of the good Lord,” Keith Wedgeworth posted on Facebook Oct. 9, 2021 along with a photo of a flooded field.
Glades farmers experience heavy rainfall
Local farmers were experiencing dry conditions and welcomed some rain in June. However,  the recent deluges were excessive.  more
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