Category: Horticulture
Extension Internship: Growing in Confidence and Communication
September 5, 2025
UF/IFAS Extension makes knowledge accessible to sustain and enhance the quality of human life. This mission drew Alex Bowen, a plant science senior, to intern with the UF/IFAS Extension Leon County Office. Bowen created educational materials ... READ MORE
Category: Horticulture, Professional Development, UF/IFAS ExtensionTags: Professional Development, Student Success, UF/IFAS Extension Internship
Japanese Blueberry (Elaeocarpus dentatus)
September 4, 2025
Are you looking to attract wildlife to your yard? Consider the Japanese Blueberry (Elaeocarpus dentatus). Although relatively new to the industry, this evergreen tree makes an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly yards throughout USDA ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS ExtensionTags: UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension Sumter County, Urban Forestry, Urban Forestry Extension
Best Management Practices for Nursery Operations in Miami-Dade County – Water quality and nutrient management
September 4, 2025
Purpose: Proper implementation of the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) agricultural Best Management Practices (BMPs) is the industry’s strategy to address agricultural nonpoint pollution sources. This article ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Horticulture
Nature’s Recycling: The Art of Composting
September 4, 2025
As we transition from the dog days of summer into (hopefully) the cool weather of fall, it is a great time to consider the nutrient levels of your garden soil. One of the best things you can give your garden is the foundation of healthy soil, ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, UF/IFAS ExtensionTags: Compost, Composting, Gardening, Vermicompost
Experts call for expansion of organic farming to meet rising demand
September 4, 2025
Consumer demand for organic fresh fruits and vegetables outweighs the availability of organic farms growing the food. In fact, while certified organic U.S. land for growing crops or livestock is increasing according to the U.S. Department ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Food Safety, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS ResearchTags: Agriculture, Dakshina Seal, Extension, Farming, Florida Economy, Florida Organic Growers, Institute Of Food And Agricultural Sciences, Jeff Wasielewski, Jonathan Crane, News, Organic, Organic Farms, Organic Produce, Qingren Wang, Research, Tropical Research And Education Center, U.S. Department Of Agriculture, UF-IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, University Of Florida, Vermicompost, Xiaoying Li
Growing Breadfruit
September 3, 2025
Breadfruit (Artocarpus altilis) is a tropical tree that produces a large starchy fruit with flavor similar to baked bread, potato or plantain. Its origin is from the South Pacific where it has many names including 'ulu in Hawaiian, uto in ... READ MORE
Category: , Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS ExtensionTags: Breadfruit, Florida, Tropical Fruit, Tsilvasy, Ulu
Onwards and Upwards: Remembering Dr. Andrew D. Hanson
September 3, 2025
Dr. Andrew D. Hanson, C.V. Griffin Sr. Eminent Scholar and Professor in the Department of Horticultural Sciences, leaves a legacy of groundbreaking contributions as a visionary in plant biology. Known for his humility, intellect, and ... READ MORE
Category: HorticultureTags: Dr. Andrew D. Hanson, Horticultural Sciences, National Academy Of Science, Sr. Eminent Scholar
Growing Knowledge: Teaching Kids About Vegetable Gardening
September 3, 2025
Recently, our Master Gardener Volunteers and I had the wonderful opportunity to visit Sun Grove Montessori School. We introduced students to the joys of vegetable gardening. Gardening is more than planting seeds. It’s a hands-on way to learn ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Community Volunteers, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Recreation, UF/IFAS ExtensionTags: Gardening, Kids Gardening Activities, STEM, UF/IFAS Extension, Urban Horticulture