Cogongrass was accidentally introduced into Alabama in the 1900’s, but intentionally brought to Florida in the 1930’s as a potential forage and soil stabilizer. Currently it can be found in 73 countries and on every continent. Since being ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Natural Resources
Benefits of using conservation farming practices are linked to improved soil health, as well as water and nutrient management. A few for farmers to remember include: using cover crops, rotating crops, and conservation tillage. Use ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, UF/IFAS Extension
Cilantro or coriander (Coriandrum sativum) can be grown as an alternative crop which can be grown alongside your collard greens this winter. Coriander was named after the bedbug emitting the same odor, and it is commonly named cilantro. ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Horticulture
DES MOINES, Iowa – The University of Florida and a leading Africa-based international research institute are bringing their scientists together to speed the science of fighting hunger, poverty, and pollution. The UF Institute of Food and ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research
Introduction Mole crickets are very important pests of pasture land, forage areas, turfgrasses, and vegetable seedlings. Currently, there are three species that inhabit Florida; all are non-native species, including the tawny mole cricket, ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Pests & Disease, TurfOften recognized by its showy pink/purple flowers, Maypop Passion Flower is a native plant, found across the southern US. Although it is sometimes used as an ornamental plant, it can become a nuisance in pastures and along fence-rows. Once ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Livestock
GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences researchers have discovered a new invasive ant species in south Florida that can have dire consequences for homeowners and for surrounding ecosystems. The ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research
Conserving forage for use during times of low forage production is a common practice for beef cattle enterprises. (more…) READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Crops, Farm Management, Livestock, Natural Resources
Fall isn't fall until you have eaten your first piece of pumpkin pie. Pumpkins are enjoyed by many people, never knowing how they originally got their start in traditional America. The word pumpkin originated from the Greek work Pepon, which ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Crops, Curriculum, Fruits & Vegetables
Media Contact: Deborah Sparks, 705-255-8301, dsparks@invasivespeciescentre.ca GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- Researchers from around the world will gather at what many consider to be a perfect storm for invasive aquatic plants. With 28 ports of entry ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching