Unearth the Excitement: UF/IFAS Extension Polk County Events Welcome to a season of discovery and community at UF/IFAS Extension Polk County! As we welcome the vibrant hues of spring, we’re excited to unveil a series of enthralling events ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Events, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Recreation
Florida es uno de los estados con mayor diversidad agrícola en la nación. Todos los cultivos son afectados por diferentes plagas. Los agricultores y operadores de plaguicidas deben entender cómo manejar efectivamente las poblaciones de plagas. ... READ MORE
Category: AgricultureFlorida is home to one of the most diverse agricultural powerhouses in the nation. All the crops are affected by different pests. Farmers, as well as private applicators, need to understand how to effectively manage pest populations. Along with ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture
Got pesticide pileup? Have you inherited someone else’s pesticide storage? No worries even if it’s your own! Operation Cleansweep is a great opportunity to properly dispose of pesticides that you may have been putting off dealing ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Farm Management, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension
Does your farm operation employ seasonal, part time or full time workers? Does your farm operation use pesticides? (Even organic or non-restricted use products count here.) If you answered yes to the questions above, you need to know ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension
Are you in a bit of a rush to get into the groove on preparing for a pesticide applicator exam? Good deal! UF/IFAS Extension Polk County may be able to help you speed it along with fast access to purchasing pesticide exam study manuals. The ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Invasive Species, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS ExtensionLandscape professionals and homeowners alike should be aware that the State of Florida requires a license in order to apply any pesticide (including herbicides such as Roundup®) as part of a landscape business. The Limited Commercial Maintenance ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, Turf, UF/IFAS ExtensionWhy do landscape professionals and the property owners they serve need to know more about the Green Industries Best Management Practices? Concerns about excessive nutrients and Florida's water quality have led to increased focus on the use ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Lawn, Pests & Disease, Turf, UF/IFAS Extension