Florida Blueberry Crop Escapes Slap from Late-Season Cold Snap By Paul Rusnak|March 25, 2017 Freeze protection tactics prove fruitful as local producers look to gain from Georgia’s loss.Read More
Healthy Soils at Center of New $5 Million Initiative for California Citrus Growers By California Farm Bureau|March 27, 2024
Freezing Temperatures Hit South Carolina Crops Hard Posted by Christina Herrick|March 21, 2017 Peaches, blueberries, and strawberries among crops damaged.
Arctic Blast Gives Southern Fruit Growers the Chills Posted by Frank Giles|March 15, 2017 Peaches and berries in bloom most at risk from freezing temperatures.
Power To Control Weather In The Hands Of Florida Farmers By William R. Lusher|October 20, 2016 UF/IFAS’ FAWN resource continues to enhance and introduce new tools, allowing growers to be better prepared for what Mother Nature has in store.
Winter Is Coming, And It Could Get Wicked Posted by Paul Rusnak|September 29, 2016 Forecast sees heightened freeze threat for Florida citrus; frequent snow to blast Northeast.
Several Severe Winters Causing Crown Gall Concerns By Brian Wallheimer|June 15, 2016 Although this past winter may be considered more mild, severe cold the two winters prior in the Midwest […]
Apple Growers Need To Be Cautious About Frost Treatment Posted by David Eddy|April 7, 2016 Always follow the instructions on the product’s label.
New Jersey Department Of Ag OKs Controlled Burning, Smudge Pots Posted by Christina Herrick|March 31, 2016 Frost protection for flowering crops permitted due to the threat of freezing conditions.
Frost Rescue Found In Form Of PGR By David Eddy|March 31, 2016 Growers see good results and fruit when they apply Valent’s Promalin on trees following a freeze.
Precision Cold Protection Pointing To Profit For Blueberry Producers Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 10, 2015 UF/IFAS student, faculty search for and find cost-savings for growers.
Portable Frost Control Gives Growers More Options By Christina Herrick|November 29, 2015 When it comes to frost control, heat often is a grower’s best defense. There are a lot of […]
Scientists Find Better Way To Save Strawberries From A Freeze Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 10, 2015 Automated irrigation control can keep water usage in check during cold protection practices.
Southern Strawberry, Peach Growers Concerned About Cold Snap By Growing Produce Staff|March 31, 2015 Plastic coverings, sprinklers used to keep crops warm with consecutive nights of low temperatures.
Wind Machine, Electric Pruners Donated To MSU Research Center By Growing Produce Staff|March 25, 2015 New equipment to help protect research blocks from frost damage and provide center with latest technology.
Freeze Threat Has Florida Growers On Alert Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 7, 2015 Technology to help producers prepare for, endure cold snap.
High Tunnels Offer Real Competitive Advantages For Your Crop [Opinion] Posted by Richard Jones|June 6, 2014 Perhaps it’s time you took a look at what’s going on under cover.
Study Reveals Strategies Plants Use To Weather The Cold Posted by Rosemary Gordon|December 31, 2013 Scientists identify how they believe flowering plants evolved to adapt to weather changes.
Water-Saving Invention Goes Global Thanks To Primetime TV Push By Frank Giles|December 18, 2013 Florida-based agriculture businessman dives into the “Shark Tank” and gets investors to bite.
New Cornell Website Features Climate Change Information Posted by Rosemary Gordon|December 5, 2013 The site offers a searchable directory of climate change research and outreach programs at Cornell.
NOAA: Drought Likely To Dog Southwest, Southeast U.S. This Winter Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 22, 2013 No strong climate pattern influence anticipated by forecasters.