Embarking on a greenhouse or nursery venture in the Central Florida region can be both exciting and daunting. One of the most critical aspects of ensuring the health of your horticulture and greenhouse crops is effectively managing pests and ... READ MORE
Category: Horticulture, Pests & Disease
I feel like it’s time to clear up a few common misconceptions. I recently acquired a pet daddy long legs because I have free will, and I use it to the fullest. If you’re in the entomology or arthropod world like me, you probably already ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, , Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
The University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) is uniting faculty and staff from Environmental Horticulture with Horticultural Sciences Department, strengthening collaboration across teaching, research, and ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Events, Work & Life
Dr. Gerardo Nunez, Assistant Professor of Horticultural Sciences, has been named to the Fruit + Vegetable 40 Under Forty Class of 2025, a national recognition honoring emerging leaders who are making meaningful contributions to the specialty ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching
Florida citrus growers continue to battle declining yields, citrus greening disease, and increasingly nutrient-poor soils. As a result, they are taking a closer look at soil-building practices such as cover crops. But how and when the cover ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Research
Un buen extracto de vainilla no solo se usa en postres, también se agrega en pequeñas cantidades a platos salados como carnes y pescados para realzar su sabor, y además se añade a bebidas como cafés, tés y cocteles. Los usos de este ingrediente ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture
Tiene Tiempo que el PIO no publica un blog, pero nuevas aventuras están en el horizonte. Estamos encantados de dar la bienvenida a Jessimar Quintana como nuevo Asistente de Operaciones en la Oficina de Información de Pesticidas de la Universidad ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Home Landscapes, UF/IFAS ExtensionIt’s been a long time since the PIO has done a blog, but new adventures are on the horizon. We’re thrilled to welcome Jessimar Quintana as the new OPS Assistant with the University of Florida’s Pesticide Information Office in Gainesville. ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Home Landscapes, UF/IFAS Extension
Are you diving into the world of greenhouse operations, or perhaps you’re considering starting a nursery in the vibrant central Florida region? The journey can feel overwhelming, especially with many factors to consider. From understanding ... READ MORE
Category: Horticulture
Row Crop Recap In 2025, Florida peanut planted acreage was 7% above the 5-year average, whereas corn and cotton acreage were down 3% and 29%, respectively (USDA-NASS). Shifts in acreage were influenced by the financial outlook for each crop. ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, UF/IFAS Extension