Wanna Keep Whiteflies Off Your Veggie Crops? This Slick Spray Mix Might Do the Trick Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 28, 2022 Researchers find kaolin clay and limonene go well together in repelling prolific pest.Read More
Cox Farms Launches as One of the Largest Greenhouse Growers in North America Posted by Growing Produce Staff|March 28, 2024
Healthy Soils at Center of New $5 Million Initiative for California Citrus Growers By California Farm Bureau|March 27, 2024
Miss Florida Citrus 2022 Steps up to Claim Her Crown Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 27, 2022 Learn more about the latest title winner and what’s next for her.
Florida Citrus Show Offers a Much-Needed Fresh Start for 2022 By Richard Jones|January 24, 2022 Even though the annual event is smack dab in the middle of the season, it’s still the perfect time to take a step back, learn about the latest research and reconnect with friends.
Reports Confirm Mexican Produce Imports a Crush to Florida Farmers Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 22, 2022 State ag commissioner speaks out again in support of local growers feeling the weight of unfair trade practices.
Oh, Bee-Have! New Study Could Help Keep the Peace for Pollinators Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 20, 2022 Researchers and beekeepers are getting a better understanding how genetic traits, characteristics, and even color impact behavior in colonies.
How To Create Process Budgets for Farm Equipment By Carol Miller|January 19, 2022 Understanding the costs of your machinery and other permanent materials isn’t easy. Here are some samples to work with.
Nationwide Project Going In Search of Better Berries By David Eddy|January 18, 2022 Initiative focusing on blueberries and cranberries is progressing toward its ultimate goal, identifying the DNA markers for fruit quality.
Field Scouting Guide: Common Purslane By Karli Petrovic|January 18, 2022 What you need to know to identify and control this weed.
Lettuce Downy Mildew Find Has Growers on High Alert in South Florida Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 15, 2022 The serious foliar disease was found in the Everglades Agricultural Area for the first time.
Feeling a Cooldown? 2021 Was the Planet’s 6th Warmest on Record Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 14, 2022 Scientists crunch the temperatures on another wild weather year.
Citrus Crop Subtraction Factors Big in Latest USDA Forecast Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 14, 2022 Florida all-orange estimate trimmed by another 3%. See where that puts production numbers now.
Reasons More Produce Growers Should Resolve to Talk About Pesticides By Mary Hartney|January 13, 2022 There is no shortage of information on why and how to use crop protection tools.
Image Matters: Why Florida OJ Rules the Roost When it Comes to Selling Juice Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 13, 2022 Fresh findings from recent consumer survey says branding plays a big role in purchasing decisions.
Sniffing Out High-Tech Help for Tomato Plants Under Attack From Pests Posted by Growing Produce Staff|January 12, 2022 Learn more about an electronic device developed by a team of scientists that can sense whitefly infestations.
New Orange-Like Citrus Hybrids to the Rescue By Peter Chaires|January 10, 2022 Check out these unique fruit selections that researchers are developing to boost the early-mid season crop.
What are the Top Priorities for Florida Ag Interests in 2022? By Paul Rusnak|January 8, 2022 Industry advocates resolve to step up in the new year. Here are some of the biggest issues being targeted.
How Smart-Spray Technology Can Save Citrus Growers on Pesticide and Fertilizer Use By UF/IFAS News|January 7, 2022 Learn more about new ag tech that applies more pesticide and fertilizers to fruit trees, meaning fewer chemicals in the environment.
Are You in Need of Orchard Equipment? Act Now By Thomas Skernivitz|January 4, 2022 Manufacturers encourage growers to plan and purchase ASAP, with possible price hikes.
Scientists Taking Next Steps To Stop Deadly Citrus Disease By UC Riverside News|January 3, 2022 New, collaborative research project aims for the root of growers’ problems by breeding fruit tolerant to HLB.
Rising Back up to the Surface: Here Comes WOTUS Again By Frank Giles|January 1, 2022 Farm interests have cause for concern as controversial water regulation revived by Biden administration.