by Danielle S. Williams | May 30, 2025
Blackberries are a deciduous crop that thrives in temperate climates. While several native blackberry species grow wild in Florida, their small fruit size, late maturation, and low yields make them unsuitable for commercial production. Historically, cultivated...
by Danielle S. Williams | Feb 14, 2025
Citrus growers from across the Florida Panhandle, as well as Southern Georgia and Alabama are invited to attend the 2025 Citrus Health Forum. The workshop will be held at the UF/IFAS North Florida Research and Education Center in Quincy (155 Research Road, Quincy,...
by Ethan Carter | Jan 31, 2025
Hogs have long been a troublesome issue for farmers and landowners. However, in recent years however, whitetail deer have become more and more of a concern, rapidly becoming one of the primary crop pests discussed by growers. Both species are now a serious concern for...
by Jennifer Bearden | Jul 16, 2024
No doubt, drones are increasingly popular in agriculture these days, as well as in many other industries. Drones are aircraft and not toys (unless they weigh under 0.55 pounds). As such, they are subject to FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) regulations. Drones...
by Kacey Aukema | May 3, 2024
The UF/IFAS Extension Northwest District hosted a well-attended Silvopasture workshop and farm tour, in Chipley on Friday April 26th. What exactly is silvopasture you may wonder? Ian Stone, the multi-county Forestry agent based in Walton County, did a great job...
by Ethan Carter | Dec 15, 2023
On January 18th, Santa Rosa County Extension will be hosting a Core/Private Applicator Pesticide Training in the conference room of the UF/IFAS West Florida Research and Education Center (WFREC) located at 4253 Experiment Drive Jay, FL 32565. Registration...
