We have confirmed a new invasive plant in Okaloosa County. Wavyleaf Basketgrass was first found in Maryland in 1996 and quickly spread into Virginia and Pennsylvania. This invasive is very shade tolerant. It originates from Southern Europe ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Invasive Species, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease,
Commit to following Best Management Practices when applying fertilizers this season. Best Management Practices (BMPs) are specific practices that are implemented to decrease the amounts of pesticides, fertilizers, animal wastes and other pollutants ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture
Sunn hemp is a fast growing, warm season, annual legume. It grows 6-7 feet tall. Sunn hemp can tolerate a wide range of soil pH (5.0-8.4). It is native to India and Pakistan. The University of Hawaii and USDA NRCS, together, ... READ MORE
Category: Livestock, Wildlife
Most times, livestock will avoid eating toxic plants but sometimes conditions are right for consumption to occur. Conditions when animals may consume toxic plants include: Toxic plants are cut and baled in hay, Hungry animals with limited ... READ MORE
Category: Livestock