What happens when you combine hands-on learning, supportive mentorship, and a few clucking chickens? You get Barnyard Challengers, a unique 4‑H program that opens doors for youth of all abilities to experience agriculture in a meaningful ... READ MORE
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Southeastern residents increasingly support stronger protections against agricultural disease threats as concerns grow over food-system disruptions, according to researchers at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS). Findings ... READ MORE
Category: Blog Community, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research,
Today, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced its predictions for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season. While there is a higher likelihood for below average activity in the Atlantic Basin, even one storm can have extreme ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Disaster Preparation, Farm Management, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) today announces the appointment of Mary Ann Hooks as Director of Animal Sciences Fundraising Initiatives, effective June 15, 2026. This new role will lead ... READ MORE
Category: UF/IFAS
Specialty cut flower production is an emerging niche for growers in Taylor County, located in Florida’s Zone 9. With mild winters and a long growing season, the area is well-suited for high-value, non-traditional floriculture crops such as ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, UF/IFAS,
A lot of growers I've talked to this spring said April felt drier than anything they could remember in recent years. I pulled the past 14 months of data from the FAWN station at Jay, and the numbers confirm what folks were feeling in the field. Last ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension
Hello, Santa Rosa County. I'm Matheus "Matt" Pinhal, and I'm honored to be your new Agricultural Extension Agent with UF/IFAS. Originally from Brazil, I earned my bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering before coming to the United States ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Irrigation is quite a controversial topic in horticulture. Far too often, clients come into the office with grass struggling or detrimental fungal concerns in their gardens. The “go to” conversation concerns the cultural practices being ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping,
Greenhouses can be used to extend the growing season and to just grow unique plants year-round. While we usually think of greenhouses as growing structures that increase air temperature, they can also keep plants cooler during warmer months. ... READ MORE
Category: Horticulture
Assistant Professor of Agricultural and Biological Engineering at the Indian River Research and Education Center (IRREC), Sandra Guzmán, received the Netafim Award for Advancements in Microirrigation recently for her lab’s work on the autonomous ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, Water