The Datil Pepper is a niche crop grown only in the unique climate of Northeastern Florida. They are small but spicy peppers ranging from 60,000 to 100,000 scoville heat units in their green stage and heating up to 120,000 to 150,000 scoville ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Work & Life
Parrot Heads & Gardening One major commonality between my early childhood growing up outside Cincinnati and living in northeast Florida for almost 25 years – Parrot Heads. As a Jimmy Buffet fan and gardener, there is one song I have slightly ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes
Disney World of Agriculture What was it like to attend the 2018 PMA Fresh Summit? It was like the Disney World of Agriculture! Held at the Orlando Convention Center, the banner, displays, flashy lights and free taste bites were simply overwhelming. ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Events
On Oct. 1, about 1,000 people are expected to attend the ninth annual Datil Pepper Cook Off to celebrate the iconic pepper. The Datil Pepper Cook off, as part of the Datil Pepper Fall Festival, is hosted by the University of Florida Institute ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension