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After a week and a half, the full scale of damage that the late January/early February freeze has inflicted on Florida blueberries is beginning to unfold. This was seen in a damage assessment tour (Feb. 10-11) organized by the Florida Blueberry Growers Association and North American Blueberry Council. The tour focused on farms in North and Central Florida. One of …
Southeast citrus growers hoping that the Feb. 1 freeze would wipe out the Asian citrus psyllid (ACP) population are going to be disappointed. “What we do know about freezes is a lot of time they will reduce or delay the buildup of many of the populations of pests that we worry about,” said Lauren Diepenbrock, University of Florida Institute of …
By Clint Thompson The recent Alabama Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association (AFVGA) Conference and Trade Show allowed for the state’s producers to learn about pests, diseases and trends impacting the specialty crop industry. It also provided an opportunity for Blake Thaxton, AFVGA Executive Director, to talk about the organization’s initiative to continue advancing Alabama produce throughout the state. Thaxton discussed …
Weekly Field Update Clemson Extension agents provide updates in The South Carolina Grower this week about the status of various crops being produced throughout the state. Midlands Rob Last Sarah Scott Pee Dee Brittney King Upstate Andy Rollins Sponsored ContentNew Syngenta Varieties Offer Grower SolutionsFebruary 1, 2026Attribute® II Technology Adds More Flexibility and Strength to Sweet Corn Pest ManagementJanuary 1, …
By Clint Thompson It is the second week in February which means North Florida watermelon plants are expected to be planted in a couple of weeks. Bob Hochmuth, University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Regional Specialized Extension agent in Live Oak, Florida, discussed the planting scenario facing growers in his region. “There are definitely transplants that …
By Clint Thompson South Florida experienced a freeze/ice storm the region hasn’t seen in about 15 to 16 years, according to one industry expert. Gene McAvoy, a crop consultant, talked about the Feb. 1 storm that impacted multiple crops, including watermelons, sweet corn and tomatoes. “If (watermelons) weren’t covered, they’re gone. A lot of them were young so they can …
By Clint Thompson Blueberry growers managing the threat of chilli thrips are protecting next year’s crop. That’s because the insect’s impact is usually seen after harvests have concluded. That’s part of the message that Ash Sial, University of Georgia (UGA) entomologist, conveyed to producers about the threat of chilli thrips during a presentation at the 2026 Annual Blueberry Update in …
By Clint Thompson Florida’s blueberry farmers sustained damage from the freeze event that impacted the region during the Feb. 1 weekend. They now must protect their crop from disease buildup, especially one in particular, says Phil Harmon, professor and Extension plant pathologist at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS). “We always see a certain amount …
By Clint Thompson Alabama peach producers appear to be in good shape with respect to chill hour accumulation this winter. That is according to Edgar Vinson, assistant research professor and Extension specialist in the Department of Horticulture at Auburn University. Vinson discussed peaches with AgNet Media at last weekend’s Alabama Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association Conference in Gulf Shores, Alabama. …
By Clint Thompson Pecan harvests have concluded. Some growers fared better than others. East Georgia producers struggled the most, says Lenny Wells, University of Georgia Extension pecan specialist. “Certainly, east Georgia, I think, was really light. I’ve heard from others, further to the west, it’s hit and miss. It seems to be people that have a lot of young trees …
