UF/IFAS GLOBAL BLOGS
T. Wilson, UF/IFAS Extension, St. Johns County, St. Augustine, FL, M. Wallau, UF/IFAS Forage Extension Specialist, Gainesville, FL, C. L de Souza, UF/IFAS Agronomy, Gainesville, FL, C. Dossin, UF/IFAS Extension, Clay County, Green Cove Springs, FL, P. Fletcher,… Read More
B. Justesen, UF/IFAS Extension, Osceola County, Kissimmee, FL, J. Strickland, UF/IFAS Extension, Osceola County, Kissimmee, FL, and J. Yarborough, UF/IFAS Extension. Orange County, Orlando, FL. Situation: Giant Smutgrass (Sporobolus jacquemontii) is a perennial bunch- type grass that produces… Read More
Changes to legal weight limits on vehicles transporting ag products: The Florida Dept. of Transportation has updated and amended the details of emergency changes to legal weight limits on vehicles transporting agricultural products. See the two attached documents… Read More
As we approach the end of the growing season here in South Florida, now can be a good time to think about planting summer cover crops. University of Florida researcher, Dr. Danielle Treadwell, shares that there is currently… Read More
Today’s updates include updates on federal and local loans and grants, changes at the state animal disease diagnostic lab, and an economic update for cow-calf operations. I also discovered yesterday that my emails have not been getting to… Read More
Hello again Sarasota and DeSoto County producers! Today’s updates cover fresh produce, livestock auctions, horse breeding operations, unemployment assistance, resources in Spanish and Creole, and an easy way to find food pantries near you. I’ve gotten calls today… Read More
Many of the traditional markets for the distribution of goods to consumers have been disrupted during the COVID-19 outbreak. It would be ideal to have a way to connect the consumers and the producers so we can all… Read More
With the Coronavirus pandemic disrupting operations for businesses, including agribusinesses, government and industry have developed new resources to support business owners and their employees. Below is a resource list, including information on available aid, state and federal requirements… Read More
Another day has come and gone and today brings sunshine and some solid information. Overview of Selected Disaster Assistance Programs Benefiting Florida Small Businesses including Agriculture, Aquaculture, and Fisheries (COVID-19) – UF has just made this incredibly helpful… Read More
During the pandemic, many of our local producers have had difficulty finding outlets to sell their produce, while distributors, institutional buyers, food banks, and others may need produce. Listed below are opportunities that may be of help now… Read More
