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January 1, 2025
UF/IFAS Research: Controlled-Release Fertilizers Protect Against Early Leaching
January 1, 2025
UF/IFAS Expert: Prepare for Worst, Hope for Best with Future Hurricanes
January 1, 2025
USDA Announces $300 Million in Additional RAPP Grants to Diversify Ag Export Markets
December 31, 2024
Warm Winter Temperatures Not Favorable for Peach Insects
Worth the Investment: Paper Mulch a Huge Benefit to Florida Watermelon Growers
By Clint Thompson Paper mulch research continues to yield results that would benefit North Florida watermelon growers, says Bob Hochmuth,…
Warm Temperature Records Continue
By Clint Thompson Last fall was the warmest on record for the United States. November was the second warmest on…
USDA Invests to Strengthen Farms; Increase Competition and Lower Costs
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack has announced that the USDA is making domestic fertilizer production investments in…
A Lot to Consider for North Florida Watermelon Producers Ahead of Planting Season
By Clint Thompson Watermelon growers in Florida’s Suwanee Valley Region are a little more than two months away from planting…
North Florida Watermelon Production: Automation Growing in Suwanee Valley
By Clint Thompson Irrigation automation is not yet a widely adopted practice among Florida watermelon growers in the Suwanee Valley…
Georgia’s Defense Against Spotted Lanternfly: Documentation is Essential
By Clint Thompson The spotted lanternfly is currently not in a Georgia county that’s heavy into grape production. Brett Blaauw,…
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Fresh Vegetable Imports’ Rise Since 2000
Fresh vegetable imports increased significantly over the past two decades. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service…
Specialty Crop Grower Magazine: Tiny Pest Becoming Big Problem in Strawberries
By Frank Giles Chilli thrips have been a thorn in blueberry growers’ side for several years, but the pest is…
Repurposing Christmas Trees Following Holiday Season
Christmas trees are synonymous with the Christmas season. But homeowners who prefer live Christmas trees must determine how to dispose…
South Florida Pest and Disease Hotline: Thrips Populations Update
According to the South Florida Pest and Disease Hotline, thrips pressure is being observed at high populations in Homestead, Florida.…
La Niña Weather Pattern Expected At Any Time
By Clint Thompson A weak La Niña weather pattern is expected any time now, according to a University of Georgia…
Disaster Relief Assistance Response Much Quicker This Time Around
By Clint Thompson Disaster relief assistance took too long for Southeast growers impacted by Hurricane Michael in 2018. Sen. Jon…
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Alabama
Dec. 24, 2024
Fruit at Christmas: Favorable Weather Conditions Leads to Early Harvests in North Alabama
Dec. 19, 2024
Rainfall a Difference Maker in Some Alabama Pecan Orchards
Dec. 18, 2024
Rainfall Increasing in North Alabama
Dec. 17, 2024
Bumper Citrus Crop in Southwest Alabama
Dec. 10, 2024
Chill Effect: Recent Cold Weather Benefits Alabama Peach Trees
Florida
Jan. 02, 2025
$21 Billion Disaster Relief Assistance ‘Will Be Beneficial’ to Farmers
Jan. 02, 2025
Watermelon Board Assessment Increase Approved
Jan. 01, 2025
UF/IFAS Expert: Prepare for Worst, Hope for Best with Future Hurricanes
Jan. 01, 2025
UF/IFAS Research: Controlled-Release Fertilizers Protect Against Early Leaching
Dec. 31, 2024
Worth the Investment: Paper Mulch a Huge Benefit to Florida Watermelon Growers
Georgia
Dec. 31, 2024
Warm Winter Temperatures Not Favorable for Peach Insects
Dec. 26, 2024
Georgia’s Defense Against Spotted Lanternfly: Documentation is Essential
Dec. 24, 2024
La Niña Weather Pattern Expected At Any Time
Dec. 24, 2024
Disaster Relief Assistance Response Much Quicker This Time Around
Dec. 19, 2024
Spotted Lanternfly a Concern for Southeast Grape Producers
South Carolina
Dec. 03, 2024
Clemson Extension Agents Provide Crop Updates
Nov. 15, 2024
Clemson Extension Agents Provide Crop Updates
Nov. 08, 2024
What’s Happening? Clemson Extension Agents Provide Crop Updates
Nov. 06, 2024
Specialty Crop Funding Will Help South Carolina Farmers
Nov. 01, 2024