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UF/IFAS scientists uncover root causes threatening guava, passion fruit and dragon fruit in South Florida


September 5, 2024

University of Florida scientists have identified the root causes threatening the health and productivity of some of Florida's most beloved tropical fruits: dragon fruit, guava and passion fruit. The reveal: New species of the microscopic ... READ MORE

Category: AGRICULTURE, Blog Community, Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Pests & Disease, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Abolfazl "Abi" Hajihassani, Abolfazl Hajihassani, Consevation, Deficiencies, Dragon Fruit, Fort Lauderdale Research And Education Center, Guava, Homestead, Nematode, Nurseries, Passion Fruit, Pest And Diseases, Root-knot Nematodes, Water And Nutrient Management

Soil “transplants” may hinder Diaprepes weevil in flatwoods citrus, UF/IFAS researchers say


January 15, 2013

Cutline at bottom. Click here for high-res image. Adult Diaprepes citrus weevil. Photo courtesy of U.S. Department of Agriculture/Agricultural Research Service. Click here for high-res image. GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- The Diaprepes citrus ... READ MORE

Category: AGRICULTURE, Invasive Species, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS
Tags: Citrus Weevil, Diaprepes, Flatwoods Citrus, Larry Duncan, Nematode, Sandy Soil