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Florida Agriculture Literacy Day is Tuesday

Florida Agriculture in the Classroom (FAITC) moved their annual Agriculture Literacy Day to the fall this year, and the new date is Tuesday, November 13, 2018. Agriculture Literacy Day this year will be using the book, “These Florida Farms!” That is the 2008-2009 book, and they invite Florida agriculture industry volunteers to find an elementary school near them. Florida Department …

Workshop Focuses on Biochar and Compost
A Biochar and Compost Workshop was hosted at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Citrus Research and Education Center in mid-July. Interest in promoting soil health continues to grow in citrus and other specialty crops, so the event drew a large crowd. The workshop also drew interest because several speakers provided […]
Seaweed Extract Promising for Freeze Protection
Freezing temperatures remain one of the biggest threats to citrus production, especially in Florida and other regions where sudden cold snaps can severely damage trees. New research suggests that seaweed-based biostimulants may help citrus trees better withstand freezing conditions. The study was published in Scientific Reports. It was led by Ahmed Abdullah, Shahid Iqbal, Alaiha […]