Calling landscape employees!!! Thursday, August 17, 2017 is the next opportunity for licensed pesticide applicators to earn CEUs for renewal. Attend one or all sessions to earn what you need. The class will be held in Ft Walton Bch from 8-2. ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Professional Development
What is red and black and leaves a red stain when squashed? That's right, the Jadera bugs are back! We have been receiving many calls and e-mails concerning this interesting insect called the scentless plant bug or, more commonly, the Jadera ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease
It's almost the time of year when we get a few phone calls about "little twigs chewed off of my trees and bushes". This most commonly happens to crepe myrtles, but the problem may occur on a variety of woody plants. It's actually caused by a ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease
"What's Wrong With The Pine Trees?" If you drive around Hernando County you will notice quite a few dead pine trees. This is because during spring and summer 2017 we had an outbreak of Ips pine engraver beetles (Ips sp.). It appears that the ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension
By Brooke Moffis Many homeowners moving to Florida hope to grow a citrus tree and a palm to enjoy in their new subtropical yard. Citrus is associated with Florida because it has been grown by both residents and for agriculture for centuries. ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease
A: The pest you are referring to is probably Clathrus columnatus, which is commonly called Squid stinkhorn mushroom or “Dead Man’s Fingers”. A stinkhorn grows within an enclosed structure or membrane that looks similar to an egg. ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease
Have you ever thought about the value of birds? I mean, the value in dollars. There over 18,000 birds on this planet; all are different and all play a role in keeping Florida ecosystems healthy. They can also keep us and our economy healthy ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Crops, Farm Management, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Wildlife