Using Kaolin to Manage Whiteflies: A Novel Approach
Nicholas Johnston, Mathews Paret, and Xavier Martini, UF/IFAS NFREC Quincy Since its introduction to Florida in 1986, the silverleaf whitefly, Bemisia tabaci, biotype B (Fig 1) has remained one of the most problematic and difficult pests to manage in vegetables. This...
Creeping Indigo: Get Ahead of the Problem Now
The calendar and thermometer indicate the return of consistent warm weather is arriving soon. With it come forage production for grazing and hay, and the many weeds which create an assortment of problems. Included is Creeping indigo, Indigofera spicata, a weed with...
Friday Feature: Rotation of Hay Feeding Locations
This week's featured video was produced by SunUp TV, which is Oklahoma State Extension's Television show for producers in their state. The topic of this video is the value of rotating or continuously moving hay feeding stations to different locations in a pasture. ...
Disrupted Tupelo Bloom Expected this Year
Tupelo honey season should be just around the corner. However, this year’s bloom is more difficult than ever to predict, thanks to Hurricane Michael. You’ve probably noticed strange things, like early bloom, happening to plants in your very own landscape. This kind of...
New Biosecurity & Interstate Transportation Requirements for Horses in July
Saundra TenBroeck, UF/IFAS Extension Horse Specialist --- Current Horse Transportation Requirements The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) regulates entry of horses into Florida and at equestrian gatherings. Rules may vary from state to...
2019 Beef Conference Summary with Links to Presentations
The 34th annual Northwest Florida Beef Conference & Trade Show was held on Wednesday, February 13. A record crowd of 191 ranchers, cattle industry professionals, and extension faculty participated in the event. There were five educational presentations, as well as...
Friday Feature: Preventing Peanut Allergies
At the recent Florida Peanut Producer's Banquet, a representative from the National Peanut Board shared what they are doing to help prevent peanut allergies. Peanut allergies have been a major concern of the industry for some time. According to the National Peanut...
Ranchers Still Plugging Along Post Michael
As a County Agent, when I travel to meetings and other events I often hear the same question; “How are things in Washington County?” One of my go-to responses is “Plugging along.” While I may generally over use the phrase, right now I feel like it accurately...
UF/IFAS Forage Breeding Program – From Local Producers to Global Science
Esteban Rios, Ken Quesenberry, Kevin Kenworthy, Ann Blount, Ali Babar and Marcelo Wallau, UF/IFAS Agronomy Department Local Focus In every extension program presentation, we always recommend and emphasize the importance of our locally-bred forage varieties. There is...
Horse Hooves Need Extra Care in Wet Pastures
The plentiful rain fall in recent months has a number of benefits. Among these is ample moisture for forage production in pastures and paddocks. Unfortunately, too much of a good thing (rainwater) can be detrimental, in this case, to the equine population. Thrush,...