From UF/IFAS Communications: By: Brad Buck GAINESVILLE, Fla. — When you think of wildfires, you may not think of wetlands. But the seldom-seen blazes may help some endangered species, according to a newly published study by a former UF/IFAS researcher. Severe wetland fires — so rare they occur only a few times per century – also can change Sponsored ContentFlorida …
2015 HCCGA Fun Shoot
It was a gorgeous morning in Okeechobee as supporters of the Highlands County Citrus Growers Association (HCCGA) gathered for the group’s 18th annual Fun Shoot. Shortly after breakfast, shots echoed through the air as the 400 shooters in attendance began the Quail Creek Plantation clay courses. Following the shoot, everyone gathered to enjoy Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher …
A Positive Outlook on HLB
Doug Holmberg of Holmberg Farms is a citrus grower and nurseryman that has a very positive outlook on HLB. “If you address every negative impact affecting the tree, HLB isn’t that big of an issue,” he said. Holmberg gave us a tour of a luscious Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics …
Footage from the Field
We visited Larry Davis’ grove in Wauchula to get a look at his citrus tree steamer. The trees are treated for about a minute and a half until the temperature reaches 130 degrees. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida …
Florida Citrus Hall of Fame Inductees Chosen for 2016
LAKELAND, Fla. (December 11, 2015) – The Selection Committee for The Florida Citrus Hall of Fame has announced three distinguished leaders will be inducted into the hall during the 54th Citrus Celebration Luncheon on Friday, March 11, 2016, at Florida Southern College in Lakeland. Dr. William S. “Bill” Castle of Lake Alfred, John C. “Jack” Norris of Palm City and …
DuPont and Dow to Combine in Merger of Equals
DuPont and The Dow Chemical Company today announced that their boards of directors unanimously approved a definitive agreement under which the companies will combine in an all-stock merger of equals. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …
Alabama Forage and Grassland Conference is Today
The Alabama Forage and Grassland Conference is underway in Eufaula, Alabama.This year’s theme is “Forward Thinking with Forage Systems,” and there has been a good turnout, with several newcomers. Speakers include Dr. Dennis Hancock from the University of Georgia, Dr. Gary Lacefield from the University of Kentucky, Dr. Jose Debeux from the University of Florida and Dr. Kim Mullenix of …
Silbermann Attends FNV Live event in Norfolk, VA
Newark, Del — Teens and celebrity icons teamed up Nov. 20 to celebrate fruits and vegetables and spread the word about FNV. The sold-out FNV Live event at the Old Dominion University Norfolk, VA, advanced the initiative’s goal to change how teens look at fruits and vegetables. PMA supports FNV, and CEO Bryan Silbermann attended the event, noting: “I was …
Farmers Encouraged to Use Social Media
A large portion of the millennial generation are interested and concerned with where their food comes from. They are also very active on social media, and live minute to minute. As a farmer, how do you bridge that gap and reach this young population? James Miles, an Alabama regional extension agent, says utilizing social media to advertise your farm could …
Southeast AgNet This Week: WTO Decision on COOL; Hours of Service in Highway Bill
Today’s issue of Southeast AgNet This Week includes the World Trade Organization’s decision on Country of Origin Labeling (COOL), as well as as story on how hours of service are affected by a new federal highway bill. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe and view the current issue. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune …