by Hardeep Singh | Nov 7, 2025
Introduction As the Florida Panhandle transitions into fall, farmers are finishing up summer crops and preparing for the winter months. This is an ideal time to plant cover crops, which serve as a critical tool for soil conservation, nutrient management, and improving...
by external | Jul 31, 2025
The deadline for Florida NRCS (Natural Resources Conservation Service) applications, specifically for Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) and Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP), is October 3, 2025, for the Fiscal Year 2026 funding cycle. While...
by Ethan Carter | Jun 20, 2025
Ethan Carter, Regional Crop IPM Extension Agent; Hardeep Singh, Cropping Systems Specialist; Michael Dukes, Director of UF/IFAS Center for Land Use Efficiency; and Lakesh Sharma, State Ag BMP Coordinator In recent years, the University of Florida has worked...
by external | May 30, 2025
Megan Winslow, Public Relations Specialist, UF/IFAS Communications May is peak watermelon season in North Florida, and farmers are busy tending to their crops as they anticipate harvesting around Memorial Day. Rather than painstakingly twisting water valves,...
by mutrimermorata | May 22, 2025
In row crop systems of West Florida, cover crops are proving to be more than just a conservation tool—they’re becoming an integral part of building resilient and productive farming operations. From reducing erosion to boosting organic matter, integrating cover crops...
