Category: Water

Presupuesto de Nutrientes: Entendiendo a Dónde se Fue el Fertilizante

by Jonael Bosques
April 24, 2026

El clima dinámico de Florida nunca deja de sorprendernos. La sequía histórica que estamos experimentando, luego de heladas extremas que no se veían en décadas, definitivamente ha hecho de esta primavera una bastante inusual. Hemos ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Horticulture, Livestock, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Agricultura, Agriculture, Espanol, Florida Agriculture, Nutrientes, Suelos

Nutrient Budgeting: Understanding Where the Fertilizer Went

by Jonael Bosques
April 23, 2026

Florida’s dynamic climate never ceases to surprise us. The historic drought we are under following extreme freezes not seen in decades has certainly made this spring an unusual one. We have had many concerned gardeners and farmers noticing ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Fruits & Vegetables, UF/IFAS Extension, Water

Florida’s Flying Menace: What You Need to Know About Mosquitoes and the Diseases They Spread Series 4

by Lisa Hickey and Jonael Bosques

August 27, 2025

Florida’s warm, humid climate makes it a paradise not just for people—but also for mosquitoes. These tiny pests are more than just a nuisance; they can carry serious diseases that affect humans, pets, and wildlife. Understanding which species ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, , Coasts & Marine, Farm Management, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Water
Tags: #FloridaHealth, #MosquitoAwareness, #MosquitoSeason, #PublicHealthFlorida, #VectorControl, #WestNileVirus, #ZikaPrevention

Tácticas Climático-Inteligentes para Ganado en medio de una ola de calor

by Jonael Bosques
July 30, 2025

El verano en Florida no es para los débiles, y las olas de calor implacables de este año nos tienen a todos pendiente al desempeño de nuestro ganado y las pasturas de cerca. Cuando el mercurio sube a los altos 90 °F (35–37 °C) ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension, , Water
Tags: Bahia, Calor, Clima, Extremo, Florida, Ganado, Reproducción, Suelo, Toros, Universidad, Vacas

A Cut Above: Supporting Local Beef Producers

by Jonael Bosques
September 3, 2024

The direct benefits are many. Rural communities such as Hardee County benefit from beef cattle production in many ways. These operations provide jobs, create safe spaces for wildlife, and serve as areas where opportunities are created ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Beef, Beef Cattle, Community, Economy, Extension, Florida, Local Food, Sustainable Living

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