Hydroponic plants have long been a staple at UF/IFAS Hastings. Under the leadership of our director, Dr. Christian Christensen, we are continuing our studies on lettuce and strawberries in hydroponic towers; along with thornless blackberries… Read More
Hornworms are immature moths that can be devastating pests, especially on crops in the Solanaceae family such as peppers and tomatoes. These moths are in the Sphingidae family. The tobacco and tomato hornworms are especially… Read More
By Tim Wilson and Dr. Marcelo Wallau, UF/IFAS Extension As we approach the late summer and early fall, it is time to consider our strategies for winter feeding program. Incorporating cool-season forages might be a… Read More
You are invited to the “2021 UF/IFAS Equine Institute & Allied Trade Show” that will take place on September 29th in Ocala, FL. This full day event includes seminars, live animal demonstrations and a trade… Read More
As summer comes to a close, St. Johns County 4-H is taking a look back at some of the fun-filled summer day camps that took place. At the end of July, fourteen youth participated in… Read More
It’s summer time, and SJC has turned up the heat! ***Our event has been POSTPONED until 2022 due to health concerns*** Datil peppers are an iconic, heirloom tradition in St. Johns County. In 2013, St…. Read More
Producers have implemented Best Management Practices (BMPs) that maintain or improve water quality, quantity, and soil conditions on their farms for many years. For the purposes of the Florida Department of Agricultural and Consumer Services… Read More
Incorporating nature or “greenspace” into your daily routine can improve your overall quality of life. Greenspace is a catch-all term to describe natural or maintained environmental areas such as gardens, urban parks, nature preserves, or… Read More
Carolina Willow, Salix caroliniana, is prolific in moist areas such as streams, swamps, marshes, retention ponds and other wetland areas of northeast Florida, and could make an excellent addition to a moist, sunny area of… Read More
Saltbush, or Baccharis halimifolia, goes largely unnoticed most of the year; but just wait until fall when it becomes a roadside showstopper! You’ll wonder where this plant has been hiding all year, as it flowers… Read More
