It seems like simpler times when I was hosting Gardeners Hotline television show (WDSC–PBS) featuring the citrus grower, Bruce Crump (past owner of Vo-LaSalle Farms) on growing citrus in Volusia County. Citrus greening was beginning to play havoc… Read More
Many people depend on livestock and horses for their livelihood and for companionship. Due to their size and their transportation and shelter needs evacuating livestock can be a challenge. Due to this, it is imperative that you are… Read More
Acquiring chicks can be exciting and nerve racking all at the same time. If this is your first time ever owning chicks it is important to be prepared BEFORE you purchase your new flock. It is also important… Read More
Has your small business been impacted by COVD-19? If so, Volusia County has committed over $10 million to help support the small businesses who may qualify with emergency relief. To qualify for these funds your business cannot be… Read More
People, news media outlets, and social media are buzzing about the “murder hornet”. These stinging insects have not been found in Florida. The detection of this new insect is unnerving to both beekeepers and Floridians. With this gain… Read More
The mole cricket calls start coming in this time of year. This pest is only approximately 1.5 inches long but can cause a number of issues in pastures, forage areas, turf-grass, and vegetable seedlings. In Florida, there are… Read More
COVID-19 impact Recently, I had a chance to speak with David Register, President and CEO of FernTrust Inc. in Seville, FL. I asked him what was the impact to the flower and cut foliage industry from COVID-19? “COVID-19… Read More
Bulimulus sporadicus (d’Orbigny, 1835) It wasn’t long ago when riding the rails was a glamorous form of transportation. In the recent outbreak of COVID-19, many of us ponder the opportunity to hop on a train to see some… Read More
Spending a lot of time at home in the outdoors lately due to COVID 19? We all are! And what better time to assess your outdoor surroundings and update it with an added splash of color and interest… Read More
The following are important hand tools used in the horticulture industry today. Open the Horticultural Tools link below then match the tools with the correct descriptions below. A flat spade to edge beds and dig nursery stock Pole… Read More
