Category: Horticulture

Gardening Tip: Roses

by Eva Maria Pabon

March 27, 2023

I heard about a dangerous rose disease. How would I know if my roses have gotten it? The worst rose disease is called Rose Rosette Disease, which is a virus that is spread by the eriophyid mite. Though we have plenty of those unusual 4- legged ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension,
Tags: Eva Maria Pabon, Extension, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Roses, UF IFAS Extension

An Opinion Editorial from our Director, Dr. Ronald D. Cave

by Robin Koestoyo

March 26, 2023

FROM OUR DIRECTOR'S DESK, DR. RONALD D. CAVE In 1946, leaders with the University of Florida and the Indian River Citrus League ascertained the need for an event where growers, the trade organization, and researchers might ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Events, Farm Management, Horticulture, Pests & Disease,

Our beekeeping series IS BACK! See you in 2023

by Tatiana Sanchez, DPM

March 26, 2023

Thank you to all our beekeeping series participants in 2022. Save the dates for 2023 and plan to join us for the next cycle. The UF/IFAS Extension Office in Alachua County has developed a series of short courses that will help you get started ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Crops, Events, Horticulture, Livestock, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Beekeeping, FarmingAlachua, HBREL, Honey Bees, UF IFAS Extension

Starting a Farm in Alachua County – Education opportunities

by Tatiana Sanchez, DPM

March 26, 2023

Agricultural Entrepreneurship If you are interested in further developing your entrepreneurial skills for your agricultural business, we will offer again a series of short-courses for aspiring and beginner farmers related to agricultural ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Events, Farm Management, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Alachua, FarmingAlachua, Horticulture, Starting A Farm, Starting A Farm In Alachua Co

Master Gardener Volunteer Program turns 50

by llw5479

March 23, 2023

“As long as there have been gardeners there have been gardeners sharing their knowledge with each other,” as stated by Wendy Wilber State Master Gardener Volunteer Coordinator with UF/IFAS Extension. Wendy and I share the successes and ... READ MORE

Category: Community Volunteers, Horticulture
Tags: Master Gardener Volunteers

Celebrating National Ag Day in Manatee County

by Christine Russo

March 21, 2023

March 21st is National Agriculture Day! Founded in 1973, National Agriculture Day is dedicated to increasing awareness of agriculture’s role in modern society. This year's theme is "Growing a Climate for Tomorrow", putting an emphasis on ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Coasts & Marine, Crops, Farm Management, Horticulture, Livestock, Natural Resources, Turf, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Agriculture, Farmer, Farmer's Market, Fresh From Florida, Horticulture, Livestock, Manatee County, Ornamental, Shop Local

White Blooms

by Eva Maria Pabon

March 20, 2023

Flatwoods Plum Prunus umbellata Unknown to most local residents, the Flatwoods Plum is a nice option for a small tree and is covered in white blooms each year in late February or early spring. Size Its mature size is about 15 to 20 feet ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension,
Tags: Eva Pabon, Extension, FFL, Florida-Friendly Landscaping

Women’s history month: Madeline Mellinger

by Scott Angle

March 15, 2023

Madeline Mellinger had only about a year of experience working with growers in the Everglades Agricultural Area when they asked her to serve as their adviser on pest management. During that year she had established their trust through consistent ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Community Volunteers, Crops, Events, Farm Management, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, Water
Tags: Everglades, History, IFAS, IPM, UF

Soil Testing: Let’s Talk Dirt

by Andra Johnson

March 14, 2023

A soil test can help you: Save time and money on lawn and garden maintenance Reduce nutrients leaching into groundwater Choose plants that are right for your landscape Comply with local fertilizer ordinances UF/IFAS Extension ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Horticulture
Tags: Fertilizer, Garden, Soil Test, Soil Testing, Turf

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