The path from Gator Preview to graduation is rarely a straight line. However, by letting her passions serve as a compass through the twists and turns, Morgan Smith's persistence led her to one of the highest achievements within the UF/IFAS College ... READ MORE
Category: UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Teaching,
To think of Florida is to think of the state’s citrus industry, and as the industry continues to adapt to new challenges such as citrus greening, one avenue being explored is the HLB tolerant finger lime. However, with any new crop, ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching
After graduating from high school with her A.A., Savannah Bailey arrived at the University of Florida and turned a daunting transition into upper-level coursework into a legacy of leadership and community building on campus. Her drive ... READ MORE
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Each year, the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) recognizes the authors of high impact publications at the annual UF/IFAS Research Awards Ceremony. These publications must be highly relevant, and ... READ MORE
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While finishing his undergraduate degree was a major step for UF Food and Resource Economics Alumnus Drew Blanton, it is not the end of his academic journey in Gainesville. And yet, as one of the CALS Top 10 Seniors and recipient of the 2026 CALS ... READ MORE
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Today, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced its predictions for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season. While there is a higher likelihood for below average activity in the Atlantic Basin, even one storm can have extreme ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Disaster Preparation, Farm Management, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension
Highlights: UF’s Food and Resource Economics Department is launching the Wayne T. Davis Agricultural and Rural Entrepreneurship program in Fall 2026 to help students build agriculture-focused businesses. The new course sequence teaches ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research
By Alena Poulin The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Department of Food and Resource Economics (FRE) is marking its 100th anniversary with a gala and fundraiser in late March. This milestone ... READ MORE
Category: EVENTS, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research
What: University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Economic Impact Analysis Program (EIAP) survey for losses and damages associated with recent freeze events, including Winter Storm Gianna. Where: Agricultural ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Crops, Disaster Preparation, Farm Management, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension
A new study from University of Florida food economists has found that building dollar stores may create food deserts in specific city environments, while having no impact on grocery access when they enter other areas. The study, authored ... READ MORE
Category: UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research