by Ray Bodrey | Feb 7, 2020
Huanglongbing (HLB) or “citrus greening” is a disease that has devastated the citrus industry in Florida. Many large producers are looking for ways to combat this crisis. Some growers are investing in citrus under protected screen (CUPS), which provide a reduced risk...
by Ray Bodrey | Aug 2, 2019
Tordpedograss (Panicum reopens) is one of the most concerning weeds in Florida, and has become a significant weed problem in the Panhandle. This weed’s favorite habitat is in or near ponds and ditches, but will spread across lawns, turf fields, and pastures. A native...
by Ray Bodrey | Feb 22, 2019
Tupelo honey season should be just around the corner. However, this year’s bloom is more difficult than ever to predict, thanks to Hurricane Michael. You’ve probably noticed strange things, like early bloom, happening to plants in your very own landscape. This kind of...
by Ray Bodrey | Aug 10, 2018
During summer and fall, a lot of us spend hours trekking through forested areas and pasture lands, either for work, if we are lucky, or by simply enjoying the great outdoors. Unfortunately, there are not-so-nice life forms that also enjoy this time of year, like...
by Ray Bodrey | Feb 23, 2018
With Tupelo season approaching in the next couple of months, February and March is a great time for closer observation and management of honey bee hives. For overall management during late winter – early spring, it’s important to continue feeding colonies,...
