Sleep is needed for your body to maintain good health. During sleep, our bodies and brain can repair, restore and reenergize. But what are the effects of sleep deprivation? Studies have found that insufficient sleep… Read More
After watching a video about putting “magic” on food so a dad could get his daughter to eat, I started thinking about the millions of tricks parents come up with to get their children to… Read More
Showy crotalaria (Crotalaria spectablis) Francisco Rivera Melendez, UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County Showy crotalaria is a fast-growing summer annual. Like all summer annuals, it germinates in the early spring, flowers in late summer, and set seeds… Read More
Brazilian Pepper Control (Shinus terebinthifolius) Francisco Rivera Melendez, UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County Brazilian pepper-tree is a native of Argentina, Paraguay, and Brazil. It is thought to have been introduced into Florida around 1842-1849 as… Read More
Common Bermudagrass (Cynodon dactylon) Francisco Rivera Melendez, UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County Bermudagrass (Cynodon dactilon) is a common pasture weed. Native from Africa, it was introduced as a forage for livestock consumption in 1751. Soon after,… Read More
Cover Crops Florida Soil Characteristics The extremely sandy soils of Florida make it difficult to establish crop stands and to attain deep rooting and other factors associated with crop vigor, yield, and quality. Appropriate use… Read More
RyeGrass (Lolium multiflorum) Ryegrass is adapted to a variety of soil types, pH, temperatures and can be selected for disease resistance. Through plant breeding and selection, annual ryegrass has become a highly valued and productive… Read More
I often get calls from small farmers who need help starting their farming operation. To successfully start and continue operating a small farm, basic knowledge of animal production is crucial, along with documentation of the… Read More
Valentine’s Day is the holiday of love and one of the most popular holidays to give and receive chocolate. Chocolate is the most sought out candy for this holiday. According to “Fortunly.com/statics/valentines-day-spending,” American’s spent $1.8… Read More
Home gardeners have several resources they may use to help them learn how to scout for pests. Scouting for pests is important because you may be able to treat problems if you find them early…. Read More
