Precision Technology Weed Control Sprayer Demonstration

Precision Technology Weed Control Sprayer Demonstration

Guilherme “G” Morata, UF/IFAS Extension Santa Rosa County Precision spraying for weed control has become increasingly vital in modern agriculture. As growers face rising input costs and growing environmental challenges, the need for sustainable and...
Harvest Time – Recapping the 2024 Cropping Season

Harvest Time – Recapping the 2024 Cropping Season

Another year has almost come and gone for Central Panhandle (Jackson, Calhoun, Washington, and Holmes County) farmers.  Peanuts and cotton planted back in April and May have reached maturity and have mostly been harvested.  So, with the end of the season upon us,...
2024 End-of-Season Florida Peanut Disease Notes

2024 End-of-Season Florida Peanut Disease Notes

As we approach the end of the 2024 peanut season, it’s time to reflect on some of the major disease challenges observed this year and how they may impact planning for 2025. Soilborne diseases like white mold (southern stem rot) and Cylindrocladium Black Rot (CBR) as...
Peanut Maturity Update – 9/19/24

Peanut Maturity Update – 9/19/24

Maturity Update The aGDD Tracker below shows the number of adjusted Growing Degree Days (aGDDs) accumulated by 80 fictional fields (8 locations x 10 planting dates) as of 9/19/24. Real temperature and rainfall data from each location is used as well as common soil...
Peanut Maturity & Disease Updates – 9/6/24

Peanut Maturity & Disease Updates – 9/6/24

 Maturity Update The aGDD Tracker below shows the number of adjusted Growing Degree Days (aGDDs) accumulated by 80 fictional fields (8 locations x 10 planting dates) as of 9/5/24. Real temperature and rainfall data from each location is used as well as common soil...