In 2020, two different variety trials were planted in Santa Rosa County and both trials produced very different yields. To learn more about the trial read the UF IFAS Extension article written by Libbie Johnson, Santa Rosa County 2020 Cotton Variety Test Results.
One of the top oyster farmers in North Florida, shares about the process of oyster farming. To learn more, read Florida Insider article, written by Melissa P, The Great Oyster Revival of Florida.
As the 2021 Florida Strawberry Festival kicks off in Plant City, local strawberry farmers share how the cooler temperatures have helped produce a deliciously, sweet berry. To learn more, visit the WTSP article, written by Jenny Dean, Strawberry farmers say this year's weather helped create 'practically perfect berries.
Cover crops enrich the soil, manage erosion, and feed livestock. To learn more about the Best Management Practices (BMPs) a Florida cattle and hay operation implements, read the Florida Farm & Family article, How Winter Pastures in North Central Florida Improve the Agricultural Ecosystem.
University of Florida scientist Alan Chambers believes South Florida has promise as a place to grow natural vanilla. To learn more, read the Miami Herald article, Can South Florida grow precious vanilla crop? DNA research from UF raises hopes.
A warmer than average October and November increased yields for some Florida winter strawberry producers, and the recent cold snaps will result in a sweeter, former berry. To learn more, read The Packer article, Florida Weather Results in 'Next-Level' Strawberry Quality.
The false codling moth is a concern for the agriculture industry, specifically for citrus producers. To learn more about pest prevention and current regulations, read the Citrus Industry News article, Florida Citrus Packers: South Africa Imports Pose Risk.
Central Florida Ag News is clearing the air on misconceptions about grass-fed beef. View the article Grass-Fed Beef: What You Need to Know to learn more!
A new blueberry variety, named 'Sentinel,' is a high quality fruit that produces a high yield. To learn more about Florida's newest blueberry variety and the UF/IFAS blueberry breeding program, read Southeast Ag Net's article, "New Blueberry Variety Honors Benefactor and UF Alumnus Alto Straughn."
Citrus greening continues to be a challenge for growers across the globe. New solutions, however, are on the horizon as researches are learning more about the disease through comparative genomics. To learn more, read the Central Florida Ag News article, "Researchers Try to Crack Greening With Comparative Genomics."
