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Xingbo Wu, plant breeder and geneticist at the UF/IFAS Tropical Research and Education Center (TREC), is the principal investigator conducting research to establish domestic vanilla cultivation at TREC’s Homestead facility since 2022. Here he is at the TREC vanilla greenhouse.
UF/IFAS to host free online workshop on vanilla cultivation
Aspiring vanilla growers and seasoned agriculturalists in Florida, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands are invited... more
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Blueberries: A healthy, tasty snack from Florida farmers
As we head into the heart of Florida blueberry harvest season – March through May -- growers are shipping... more
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Florida 4-H cultivates Broward youth into native plant pioneers
Florida 4-H Broward County delivered a groundbreaking pilot project where local students didn’t just learn about native plants... more
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OKEECHOBEE -- This 1994 photo shows apprentice J. Taylor Marcus being taught about the plaiting of cow whips from whip maker George "Junior" Mills.
Whips are part of Florida cow hunter heritage
The crack of whip, echoing as loud as a gunshot across the Florida prairie, is part of Florida’s heritage. more
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Farm but no fowl: Florida aquaculture is growing the economy
Florida’s thriving aquaculture industry is a vital part of the state’s economy, generating more than $165 million in sales... more
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Florida farms reduce water use by 25% with simple change in crop beds
Lipman Family Farms wanted to mitigate flood risk associated with heavy rain on their 2,000-acre farm in Naples. more
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UF/IFAS risk assessments sustain Florida’s $191M aquaculture industry
From vibrant tropical fish for aquarium enthusiasts to succulent shellfish served as the center of the plate... more
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Horse aficionados, from industry professionals to hobbyists, are encouraged to take the survey to assist the International Horse Genome Project with setting new long-term goals. [Photo courtesy Metro Creative Connection]
Treatment for horses may lead to therapy for type of blindness
Now picture that horse’s vision slowly spotting and fading, the horizon blurring, until... more
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Strawberries in a field.
Savor the flavor, pack in some nutrition this Florida strawberry season
You can taste them now – sweet, succulent strawberries. February and March mark the peak time... more
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Laying hens are at risk from the H5N1 avian virus, which is highly contagious for chickens. [Courtesy photo]
H5 avian influenza ‘breaks all the rules’
The ongoing outbreak of “bird flu” has spread widely across both wild bird populations and commercial poultry operations … more
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An aerial shot of cotton, foreground, and corn plants.
UF/IFAS researchers deploy drones to perfect nutrient rates
The ability to detect crop nutrient deficiencies and promptly modify fertilizer application to address... more
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A citrus tree
Researchers combat devasting citrus greening disease
Scientists at the University of Florida are testing a new type of citrus tree that can fight off the tiny insects... more
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LaBelle Youth Livestock & Ag Show planned for Feb. 8-14
LaBelle Youth Livestock & Ag Show will be held from Saturday, Feb. 8 through Friday, Feb. 14 at the LaBelle Rodeo... more
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Florida TaxWatch analyzes the continuing decline of Florida’s citrus industry
TALLAHASSEE — On Dec. 19,Florida TaxWatch released The Continuing Decline of Florida’s Citrus Industry . As of 2021, Florida’s citrus industry had an impact of $7 billion on the … more
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IRRECGreenhouse.jpg: Hurricane Milton destroyed infrastructure, including this greenhouse, at the UF/IFAS Indian River Research and Education Center in Fort Pierce. [Courtesy photo]
Hurricane Milton: Florida agricultural production losses top $190 million
Hurricane Milton caused agricultural production losses with an estimated value between $190.4 million and $642.7 million in Florida, according to a preliminary report by the UF/IFAS Economic Impact … more
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Sweet potatoes: The nutritious star of the holiday table
Sweet potatoes are a nutritious and delicious treat for any meal, but did you know Florida’s varieties of the root can be the star of your holiday table? more
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Calling agricultural and natural resources experts to participate in strategic positioning session
Mark Kistler requests the region’s agricultural and natural resources representatives to attend a strategic positioning session... more
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Laurel wilt was first detected in Florida’s commercial avocado production area of Homestead in 2012. Initially, the disease was spread by one species of the redbay ambrosia beetle. [Photo courtesy Cat Wofford/ UF/IFAS]
UF/IFAS team secures USDA grant to expand avocado production
Scientists with the University of Florida have secured a $5 million grant.... more
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UF/IFAS provides Field Days to empower growers with insights to enhance their operations
Billie Rooney and her husband, Scott, run a 40-acre farm near Live Oak, where they grow blueberries.... more
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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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