The last chance to preregister for the Florida Ag Expo is Oct. 28 before 11:59 a.m. The eventful Expo will kick off on Nov. 2 at 7:30 a.m. with a complimentary hot breakfast. You won’t want to miss this year’s show filled with distinguished guest speakers, more exhibitors than ever before and the latest research projects showcased during the farm … Read More
Cathy Burns to Speak on Trends Impacting the Produce Industry
By Frank Giles The Florida Ag Expo is fast approaching. Attendees will want to catch the morning general session, which will tackle the big issues impacting specialty crops. Cathy Burns, chief executive officer of the International Fresh Produce Association, will be speaking on trends impacting the produce industry. She will address how the past few years have changed the industry … Read More
A Chance to Connect With Researchers
The Florida Ag Expo is only two weeks away! Florida Tomato Exchange Executive Vice President Michael Schadler encourages growers to attend the Expo and network with researchers at the Gulf Coast Research and Education Center (GCREC). “One of the best parts of working in this industry is working with researchers, specifically at the GCREC,” says Schadler. “It is a phenomenal … Read More
October Management Tips for Blueberries
Blueberry specialists at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) remind growers about management options they need to be mindful of during October. Producers should monitor and manage leaf diseases, especially in evergreen systems. It is important to scout for algal stem blotch and selectively prune out canes infected with algal stem blotch, Botryosphaeria stem blight … Read More
Fusarium Wilt Prevention in Florida Lettuce
By Clint Thompson Fusarium wilt in lettuce is not yet a widespread problem for Florida producers. Germán Sandoya wants to keep it that way. Sandoya, assistant professor at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, provides management options for growers to help keep the disease out of their fields. “We’ve only seen it in field plots, so … Read More
What You Need to Know Before Florida Ag Expo
The Florida Ag Expo is less than a month away! The agenda is packed this year with exceptional seminar speakers, exhibitors from all over the world and field tours to see firsthand production techniques. It is not too late to preregister! Preregistration is open until Oct. 28 at 11:59 a.m. The trade show floor opens at 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday, … Read More
5 Reasons to Attend FAE
The 2022 Florida Ag Expo promises to be an event growers won’t want to miss. The action-packed day will offer growers many opportunities to not only learn, but to network, see the latest advances from vendors and even knock back a beer or two. Still not registered? Let’s take a look at five of the reasons you should drop what … Read More
FFVA Honors Nathan Boyd as Researcher of the Year
The Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association (FFVA) presented Nathan Boyd with its 2022 Researcher of the Year Award. The award was presented during FFVA’s 78th annual convention at The Ritz-Carlton on Amelia Island. The Researcher of the Year Award is given to deserving individuals who have dedicated themselves and their work to improving Florida agriculture. Boyd is a professor and … Read More
FSGA Excited for Florida Ag Expo
The Florida Ag Expo is right around the corner, and Florida Strawberry Growers Association Executive Director Kenneth Parker is looking forward to a day full of learning and networking with fellow growers. “Everybody should be excited about the Expo because of its great opportunities such as learning about the latest and greatest tools available from the exhibitors and research presentations … Read More
Diamondback Moth Management: Insecticide Resistance Concerns Exist
By Clint Thompson Brassica growers rely almost entirely on insecticides to manage diamondback moth (DBM) infestations. However, the moths have shown the ability to develop resistance to a broad range of insecticides, says Hugh Smith, an associate professor of entomology and nematology at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Gulf Coast Research and Education Center. … Read More