Researches in the University of Florida IFAS plant breeding program have developed a number of new blueberry, and other fruit, varieties. Image Credit: UF IFAS EDIS
Florida Crossroads made a 28 minute video entitled “Seeds of Change” featuring the IFAS plant breeding efforts to create new varieties of blueberries, strawberries, tomatoes, and other crops, and the ways these programs have influenced Florida industry. For those of you who are familiar with our plant breeding programs, you’ll enjoy seeing some of our scientists on the screen. For those who are not familiar with UF/IFAS development of new plant varieties, it is well worth the watch and I’d encourage you to do so.
Dr. John P. Hayes:
Florida Crossroads “Seeds of Change” video- Click here
Matthew J. Orwat started his career with UF / IFAS in 2011 and is the Horticulture Extension Agentfor Washington County Florida.His goal is to provide educational programming to meet the diverse needs of and provide solutions for homeowners and small farmers with ornamental, turf, fruit and vegetable gardening objectives. Please feel free to contact him with any questions you may have.
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