Fusiform Rust-A Major Pine Disease

Fusiform Rust-A Major Pine Disease

Fusiform Rust (Cronarium quercuum f sp. fusiforme) is by far one of the worst diseases affecting southern pine species. A fungal rust disease with a complex life cycle and ability to infect trees at all stages of development; this disease is something you do not want...
Be Mindful of Toxic Weeds in Your Pastures this Fall

Be Mindful of Toxic Weeds in Your Pastures this Fall

Weeds are always a concern for pastures and hay fields. However, some of these weeds can be toxic to livestock. There are some fall and winter weeds livestock producers should be aware of and look out for. This especially becomes an issue when we experience drought...
Pollinators in Agronomic Crops

Pollinators in Agronomic Crops

Given that the UF/IFAS Extension theme for the Sunbelt Ag Expo and the North Florida Fair exhibits were pollinators, I want to talk about pollinators in agronomic crops. Are they beneficial to your crops? Are crops beneficial to pollinators? Pollination by insects is...