Watch for Citrus Rust Mite
In recent years, not a summer has gone by in which I did not see citrus rust mite (CRM) damage in a citrus grove. I thought this year would be the first. Unfortunately, last week I saw my first rust mite damage of the year. Unlike the myriad of pests that have been...
Southeastern Hay Contest – Entry Deadline September 1st
- It is always recommended that producers sample their hay, and have it analyzed to determine the nutritional value. This enables producers to make the most efficient usage of their various cuttings and be able to better plan and deliver any needed supplementation. As...
Integrating Cattle Grazing in Row Crop Systems to Increase Yields, Reduce Inputs, and Improve Soil Health
- Many crop producers in the Panhandle utilize conservation tillage when planting into winter fallow weeds or cover crops. UF/IFAS research data over the years show that cover crops can help prevent erosion and conserve moisture, but may not always increase yields. ...
The Business of Pollination
Florida is home to some of the finest honey produced on planet earth. There’s no doubt this sweet delight is a major commodity for the state, but the benefits of the honey bee stretch much further. Florida ranks third behind the Dakotas in yearly honey production,...
Cotton Marketing News: Rally Stalls & Market More Uncertain
Don Shurley, UGA Professor Emeritus of Cotton Economics New crop December futures made its run to near 65 cents a couple of weeks ago. That rally was fueled by US crop conditions/concerns and strong export shipments. Price has since trended down—hammered by 2...
FDACS Asking Floridians to Report Suspicious Seed Packets from China
Source: FDACS News Release July 28, 2020 The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is continuing to warn Floridians about unsolicited packages of seeds received through the mail. The seed packets, which may arrive unexpectedly in packages...
4-Part Video Series: How to Start Marketing Freezer Beef or Beef Products
- Are you considering making the transition from marketing live cattle to marketing beef products? This is a huge step for many producers, but it can add value to your cattle operation. While many producers have fine tuned their management of live cattle, there is a...
Cotton and Coffee: Wake Up with Us – Monthly Webinars
- The Cotton Board has opened up a new way to communicate with everyone in the cotton industry with their Cotton and Coffee morning webinars. With the cancellation of many industry meetings, the Cotton Board has created a virtual meeting series to keep you connected...
What Cotton Incorporated Does to Help Manufacturers After the Cotton Leaves Your Field
- Panhandle farmers routinely plant and harvest an excellent cotton crop, but that is only the first step in making fiber into clothes. Cotton Incorporated is working constantly for the American producer to get product sold. One of their products, The ENGINEERED...
Friday Feature: Milk the Co-op Way – Dairy Processing in 1953
This week's featured video comes from the US National Archives to highlight the transition to cooperative milk processing in the 1950s. The video follows milk from the farm to consumer in Georgia. The video is just under 14 minutes long, so if you get to the...