Though freezing weather isn't a common occurrence here, it does happen. Here are a few tips on dealing with livestock in colder weather. At the onset of cooler weather, animals feel more frisky and energetic. If riding a horse, be prepared ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock, Natural ResourcesCitrus trees are evergreen, never become fully dormant and cannot withstand temperatures as low as those tolerated by deciduous trees. However, citrus trees can become preconditioned or acclimated to cool air temperatures that occur in late ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Money Matters, Work & LifeMillions of boxes of fruit and thousands of acres of citrus trees have been lost in freezes and frosts. More than nearly any other factor, freezes have caused some of the most dramatic changes in fruit supply, availability, and price. Thus, ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Crops, Disaster Preparation, Farm Management, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Work & LifeFor the first time in several years we have seen freezing temperatures here in central Florida and will likely see more of them before spring gets here. The cold temperatures can burn back some of our favorite plants and yet help ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, HorticultureFor the second straight year, the weather phenomenon La Nina is likely to affect the U.S. weather pattern this winter. In an advisory issued earlier this month, the U.S. Climate Prediction Center (CPC) says the cooler-than-normal waters in ... READ MORE
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A: In some instances it is better to remove insect and disease infested plants rather than chemically treat them. Although the salvia will probably return in the spring it is too easy for the insects to get started on one plant and move on the ... READ MORE
Category: Home LandscapesProtect your pipes tonight from freezing temperature!!!! It is going to be cold tonight. Think about doing the following before going to bed tonight: Disconnect and drain all exterior hoses. Keep interior doors open to rooms with plumbing ... READ MORE
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Theresa Badurek, UF/IFAS Extension, Pinellas County It’s almost winter, even though we have had balmy weather lately. While some Central Florida winter days are warm, others can bring cold winds, frosts, and even freezes. These conditions ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Work & LifeOn the night of January 6-7th 2014 Washington County was hit with a major freeze event. Many areas reached 18 º F Similar freezing temperatures are predicted for the night of January 7-8th. Frosted plant. Image Credit UF IFAS Extension Strategies ... READ MORE
Category: UF/IFAS ExtensionAccording to the National Weather Service a mild freeze is predicted for Northwest Florida this weekend, specifically Saturday night to Sunday morning. While mature, dormant Satsuma trees are cold hardy down to 14° – 18 °F, young trees ... READ MORE
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