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Scientists determine ‘fingerprint’ for how much heat, drought is too much for forests
How hot is too hot, and how dry is too dry, for the Earth’s forests? A new study from an international team of researchers found the answers... more
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Cautiously optimistic: Study looks for riskiest tree disease spreaders, finds none
Think of the 27-expert, nine-country survey team as tree epidemiologists, looking for the next “tree pandemic” ... more
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Arbor Day is in January in Florida
Many people may recognize Arbor Day on a National scale to be celebrated on the last Friday in April, however... more
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This picture shows the smart sprayer developed by UF/IFAS agricultural engineer Yiannis Ampatzidis.
Ag engineer develops smart-spray technology to help reduce fertilizer, pesticides
Growers need to spray efficiently so they can apply pesticides and fertilizer only to crops – and minimize the chemicals that may contaminate natural resources. more
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Romina Gazis-Seregina (left) working with students in a plant diagnostics laboratory.
UF faculty join national team awarded $7.5M USDA-NIFA grant
University of Florida plant pathologist Romina Gazis studies fungal-associated diseases affecting many types... more
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Give, save and be safe! Stretching your holiday budget
The holidays are a time to reconnect with family and friends. A time to give a helping hand to those in need. Even though COVID-19 continues to change... more
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Mesh covers protect citrus trees from psyllids that transmit greening disease
About four years ago, Fernando Alferez started to test if citrus trees grown inside a protective mesh cover ... more
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Research at the DeLuca Preserve gets a jump start
Scientists will conduct research at the 27,000-acre DeLuca Preserve with more than $600,000 in funding awarded to UF/IFAS... more
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UF/IFAS scientist reaches turning point on palm disease research
Brian Bahder, a scientist at University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS), can now trace how lethal yellowing and lethal bronzing... more
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UF/IFAS scientist publishes new data on insect causing lethal disease in palm trees
A University of Florida scientist has published an in-depth look at the insect responsible for infecting more than a dozen species of palm trees worldwide... more
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You can have it ‘made in the shade’ by planting more diverse trees
When we plant the same trees over and over again, we create urban forests that are vulnerable to being wiped out by ... more
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Minimize wind damage to your South Florida landscape
When an area has been free of hurricane-strength winds for a number of years, there is a possibility of severe damage… more
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A look into Florida’s 2021 legislative accomplishments
We are blessed by the Good Lord to live in the Sunshine State. Here in Florida, we’re surrounded by natural beauty, plentiful food and endless opportunity. more
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Mangos on trees
Tropical Fruit Tuesdays shows what you need to grow and maintain tropical fruit trees
For some, the pandemic brought with it an unexpected interest in all things gardening and growing, including cultivating herbs, vegetables and fruit trees. more
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