Keeping water in check on a farm doesn’t have to involve fancy gadgets or a maze of plans. It’s all about a few steady ideas that anyone can follow. First, picture where every drop comes from rain, a well, or a pond and how it moves through ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Florida’s warm, humid climate makes it a paradise not just for people—but also for mosquitoes. These tiny pests are more than just a nuisance; they can carry serious diseases that affect humans, pets, and wildlife. Understanding which species ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, , Coasts & Marine, Farm Management, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Water
Local UF/IFAS County Extension Offices have been providing a site for potential pesticide applicators to sit for pesticide exams for many years. However, your local testing at your favorite UF/IFAS Extension Office will be discontinued soon. ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, , Crops, Events, Farm Management
Pastureland Standing water may have ruined some pastures. Lack of adequate forage could force animals to eat poisonous plants which are abundant in some parts of the country. Remove fallen wild cherry limbs from pastures ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Shellfish aquaculture is a relatively new pursuit in Florida. It began in the 1970s in the Indian River Lagoon when attempts were made to culture hard clams as a means of taking pressure off declining wild populations. Techniques for ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Turf