The Sunshine State is ground zero when it comes to foreign pests that can turn agriculture upside down.
This annual industry gathering is such an important event, Jack Payne, Senior VP of UF/IFAS, has invited his entire leadership team — including the directors of all 12 UF/IFAS research centers and 14 academic department chairs — to participate.
Exotic whitefly, biocontrols, and alternative crops top industry event’s agenda.
Reports confirm notorious Q-biotype species is now present in eight counties.
UF/IFAS expert warns species likely to cause problems for growers.
Researchers, state agencies working together to prevent a potential outbreak.