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By Clint Thompson Florida’s blueberry industry sustained minimal damage from Hurricane Helene. But the storm’s devastating path of destruction reminds growers about the dangers a hurricane can pose this time of year. Doug Phillips, University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) blueberry Extension coordinator, discusses the impacts a hurricane can have on blueberry bushes in early fall. …
The Florida agricultural sector has been asked to share the adverse impacts of Hurricane Helene last week. Producers can complete an Economic Impact Analysis Program survey, or they can also report information to their local University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Extension county offices by calling or visiting in person. Agents will be available to assist. …
By Frank Giles Among the critical elements in blueberry production are pollination and crop protection materials. Managing how those two interact is important to ensure pollinators like honey bees are protected. Recently, Rachel Mallinger, a University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) assistant professor of pollinator ecology and conservation, published a paper on managing pesticide applications during …
By Clint Thompson Florida farmer Matt Parke is still new to the state’s blackberry industry. But that hasn’t stopped him from achieving significant production improvement from year one to year two. Another boost in production could lead Parke to potentially increase acreage in a couple of years. “Once I get through this year and see how it goes and try …
The cover story of the October issue of Specialty Crop Grower Magazine highlights blueberries and what varieties are in demand for Southeast growers. Certain varieties released by the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) and breeder Patricio Munoz include Sentinel, Falcon and FL19-006. Varieties released by the University of Georgia and breeding team lead Juliet Chu …
By Clint Thompson The recent revelation that Neopestalotiopsis has infected strawberry plug plants originating from nurseries in Prince Edward Island will impact Alabama producers. Blake Thaxton, executive director of the Alabama Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association (AFVGA), has heard various reports of the disease for the past several weeks. “When the plug growers that are here started receiving tips, all …
Scientists throughout the South are using artificial intelligence (AI) to help growers save labor costs and time, spray with precision, detect diseases, control food quality, maintain animal health and help grow wheat. Among the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) scientists helping growers save time and money is Yiannis Ampatzidis, an associate professor of agricultural and …
By Clint Thompson Imagine a scenario for North Florida watermelon producers where leaching of nitrogen fertilizer is greatly reduced, and labor expenses are cut significantly. University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) research is proving it’s not just a dream but a potential reality. Bob Hochmuth, UF/IFAS regional specialized Extension agent in Live Oak, is one of …
The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Economic Impact Analysis Program (EIAP) assesses between $93.7 million and $263.2 million in agricultural production losses for Florida due to Hurricane Debby on Aug. 5. The preliminary report is based on surveys with producers. The Category 1 storm made landfall on Aug. 5 near Steinhatchee, Florida and affected more …
Florida blueberry management is a year-round job for the state’s growers. The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) provides producers with reminders about what management options they need to remember for September. Producers should be actively scouting for algal stem blotch as well as monitor and manage leaf diseases. On farms where there is active management …
