Category: Agriculture

Impact Your Community as a Master Gardener Volunteer-Apply Now!

by Lisa Sanderson
May 28, 2025

Impact your community as a Master Gardener Volunteer! The Master Gardener Volunteer Program with UF/IFAS Extension in Sumter County is accepting applications for the class starting this fall. Applications are due by July 15. Master ... READ MORE

Category: Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension, , Water
Tags: Landscaping, Master Gardener Volunteer, New Master Gardener Class, Sumter County Demo Garden, UF/IFAS Extension Sumter County, Water Quality

Considerations When Planning Garden Tours

by Jamie Daugherty Hagyari
March 12, 2025

Introduction: Gardens often offer various types of informal and formal education tours. These can include audio tours, informational signage, guided docent tours, and more. How this information is presented is also important. Communicating ... READ MORE

Category: Horticulture, Professional Development, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Garden Management, Garden Tour

Managing Palm Diseases

by Jamie Daugherty Hagyari
February 7, 2025

Looking Out for Palm Diseases Caring for palms can be a daunting task. Being a major feature in many landscapes, issues can become highly noticeable. Before we get into what to look out for related to diseases, let’s talk about fertilizer. ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease,
Tags: Palm Diseases, Palms, Urban Forestry

Good Bulls, Good Culling, and Good Pasture for Economic Success

by laurahbennett
January 13, 2025

With cattle prices at very high levels, what are some things you can do to maximize use of this added income? It is always best to make proper investments and not hasty purchases because the cycle is just that – a cycle. The high cattle price ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Livestock
Tags: SFBF

It is Testing Season! Soil and Forage Testing for Livestock Producers

by laurahbennett
November 21, 2024

With the holidays quickly approaching, taking a test is the last thing on your mind. However, soil testing and forage testing are two very inexpensive but very valuable tools. Both tests help to improve your ability to provide for your livestock. If ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Livestock

Wildlife & Invasive Species Education™ (WISE) Species Profile: Florida Sandhill Crane

by Jim Davis
September 13, 2024

Common Name: Sandhill Crane Status: Native Species Scientific Name: Antigone canadensis pratensis Occurrence: Year-round Species Identification: Sandhill cranes are among the largest and most recognizable birds in Florida. The ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife

Value Added Products for Florida: Freeze-Dried Muscadine Grapes

by Madelyn Greathouse
September 3, 2024

Imagine biting into fruit that is crispy, crunchy, and coated with sugar crystals... sounds like candy doesn't it? Well, not necessarily. Researchers in the UF/IFAS Horticultural Sciences Department are exploring new value added products ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Crops, Fruits, Horticulture

Caring For Trees After a Storm

by Jamie Daugherty Hagyari
August 16, 2024

Florida is known for what can be pretty intense summer storms, and the occasional tropical storm or hurricane. When caring for our urban trees, care should be taken to ensure they are in the best health possible before storm season starts. See ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Arboriculture, Tree Care, Tree Pruning, Trees, Trees And Hurricanes, Trees And Wind, Tress After A Storm, Urban Forestry, Urban Trees

Cattle prices high? Invest in your cattle operation

by laurahbennett
September 27, 2023

There is no doubt that cattle prices are high. With added income this year, you may be considering investing some of that money instead of sending it in as taxes next April. It is important to make wise use of that money to provide years of ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock

A View to Florida Water

by Lisa Sanderson
June 16, 2023

Many of you may love to travel by plane, and if you’re anything like me, you may enjoy getting a window seat. I think that there is something wonderful about looking down on the earth, seeing people moving about their day, fields ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, Lawn, Turf, , Water
Tags: Aquifer, Conserving Water, Floridan Aquifer, Lisa Sanderson, Protecting Water, Saving Water, UF/IFAS Extension Sumter County, Water Efficiently

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