Agricultural and Biological Engineering

¿Cuánta agua estoy usando para regar mi jardín?

Por Nicholas Taylor, Kaitlin Robb Price y Bradley Spatz

Esta publicación provee contexto y motivación para reducir la cantidad de agua usada para regar el jardín. Esto se hace proporcionando una estimación de los galones de agua que son utilizados por ciclo de riego en Florida, y luego comparando ese monto de agua con el agua utilizada para actividades comunes al interior del hogar, como ducharse o lavar los platos. 

2010–2019 Florida Agricultural Deaths Summary

Serap Gorucu

This report summarizes fatal agricultural injury incidents in Florida between 2010 and 2019. This data is important for describing the size and characteristics of agricultural fatalities, populations at risk, risk factors, and temporal and spatial trends in injury rates. Written by Serap Gorucu, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, May 2021.

2021 Summary Report: Agriculture-, Forestry-, and Fishing-Related Fatalities in Florida

Serap Gorucu

The purpose of this report is to summarize Florida’s AgFF-related fatalities for 2021. This report helps to identify hazards and risks associated with agriculture, forestry, and fishing. Written by Serap Gorucu, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, February 2023.

2022–2023 Summary Report: Agriculture-, Forestry-, and Fishing-Related Fatalities in Florida

Serap Gorucu

The purpose of this report is to summarize Florida’s Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishing (AgFF)-related fatalities for 2022 and 2023. This report helps to identify hazards and risks associated with AgFF. This report can be used for developing injury prevention plans. Written by Serap Gorucu, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, November 2024.

2024–2025 Florida Citrus Production Guide: Pesticide Application Technology

Masoud Salyani

2024–2025 Florida Citrus Production Guide

Accounting for Climate Change in Rainfall Intensity-Duration-Frequency (IDF) Curves for Stormwater Management

Christopher J. Martinez, Young Gu Her, and Eban Bean

This publication is meant to describe three major approaches to account for climate change in rainfall intensity-duration-frequency (IDF) curves and the pros and cons of each approach. This document aims to provide information to practicing engineers, Extension agents, and others interested in how projected changes in rainfall patterns can be considered for water resources management. Written by Christopher J. Martinez, Young Gu Her, and Eban Bean, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, January 2024.

AgroClimate Crop Season Planning Tool: Reducing the Risk of Extreme Weather Events During Key Stages of Crop Development

Caroline G. Staub, Daniel Perondi, Diego Noleto Luz Pequeno, Patrick Troy, Michael J. Mulvaney, Calvin Perry, Brian Hayes, Willingthon Pavan, and Clyde W. Fraisse

AgroClimate Indicators Web-Based Monitoring Tool

Clyde W. Fraisse, Mauricio A. Z. Karrei, and Margaret Walsh

This guide introduces users to a recently developed web-based tool on AgroClimate.org that was designed to systematically monitor climate indicators and detect anomalies with the potential to affect the agricultural industry in Florida and elsewhere in the continental United States. Written by Clyde W. Fraisse, Mauricio A. Z. Karrei, and Margaret Walsh, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, January 2024.

Alternatives of Low Cost Soil Moisture Monitoring Devices for Vegetable Production in South Miami-Dade County

Rafael Muñoz-Carpena, Yuncong Li, and Teresa Olczyk

An Introduction to Sizing Centrifugal Pumps in Aquaculture

Jordan Neff, J. A. Watson, and W. A. Porter

This publication explains the basic methodology used to size pumps for aquaculture systems; however, these concepts can be applied to a variety of pumping systems. Written by Jordan Neff, J. A. Watson, and W. A. Porter, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, September 2022.

Applications of Artificial Intelligence for Precision Agriculture

Yiannis Ampatzidis

Applications of Unmanned Aerial Systems in Agricultural Operation Management: Part I: Overview

James Fletcher and Aditya Singh

Applications of Unmanned Aerial Systems in Agricultural Operation Management: Part II: Platforms and Payloads

Aditya Singh and James Fletcher

Applications of Unmanned Aerial Systems in Agricultural Operation Management: Part III: Best Practices for Efficient Aerial Surveying

Aditya Singh and James Fletcher

Artificial Intelligence (AI) For Crop Yield Forecasting

Clyde Fraisse, Yiannis Ampatzidis, Sandra Guzmán, Wonsuk Lee, Christopher Martinez, Sanjay Shukla, Aditya Singh, and Ziwen Yu

This publication aims to introduce readers to recent crop yield forecasting approaches based on artificial intelligence (AI) and to provide examples of how AI can potentially improve yield forecasting at the field and regional levels. Written by Clyde Fraisse, Yiannis Ampatzidis, Sandra Guzmán, Wonsuk Lee, Christopher Martinez, Sanjay Shukla, Aditya Singh, and Ziwen Yu, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, April 2022.

Automatic Irrigation Based on Soil Moisture for Vegetable Crops

Rafael Muñoz-Carpena, Michael D. Dukes, and Bernard Cardenas

Improving irrigation efficiency can contribute greatly to reducing production costs of vegetables, making the industry more competitive and sustainable. This publication is intended to help growers to conserve water through the use of soil moisture sensors. Written by Rafael Muñoz-Carpena, Michael D. Dukes, and Bernard Cardenas, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, revised August 2024.

Auxiliary Power Units For Greenhouse Operations

Y. Zhang, J. A. Watson, R. A. Bucklin, and R. W. Henley

Greenhouses require energy to thrive. Most greenhouses require fans, water pumps, heating equipment for operation. A backup generator will keep a greenhouse operational with uninterruptible power supply. When selecting a generator, it is crucial to know how much power the backup generator needs to maintain the essential operations of the greenhouse. Besides, choosing a proper unit and installing and operating it correctly are critical for success. This article provides guidelines for generator s

Avoiding Fraud and Deception

Michael T. Olexa and Sean Olevnik

This publication is designed to provide accurate, current, and authoritative information on the subject. However, since the laws, regulations, administrative rulings, and court decisions on which it is based are subject to constant revision, portions of this publication could become outdated at any time. This publication is distributed with the understanding that the authors are not engaged in rendering legal advice or opinions, and the information contained herein should not be regarded, or relied upon, as a substitute for legal advice or opinion. For these reasons, the utilization of these materials by any person constitutes an agreement to hold harmless the authors, the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, and the University of Florida for any liability claims, damages, or expenses that may be incurred by any person as a result of reference to or reliance on the information contained in this fact sheet.

Basic Concepts in Environmental Computer Control of Agricultural Systems

F. S. Zazueta, R. Bucklin, and P. H. Jones

Basic Tips for Designing Efficient Irrigation Systems

Haimanote K. Bayabil, Kati W. Migliaccio, Michael Dukes, and Laura Vasquez

A UF/IFAS numbered peer reviewed Fact Sheet. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Agriculture Water

Bio-Based Products from Biomass

Zhaohui Tong, Letian Wang, and Clay B. Olson

Calibrating Time Domain Reflectometers for Soil Moisture Measurements in Sandy Soils

Tara Bongiovanni, Pang-Wei Liu, Daniel Preston, Johanna Montanez, Courtnay Cardozo, Steven Feagle, and Jasmeet Judge

Capitalizing on Carbon

Jehangir Bhadha, Mark Clark, Michael Andreu, Yuchuan Fan, Tara Wade, and Young Gu Her

This infographic illustrates the global carbon cycle and discusses sources, sinks, carbon markets, and carbon sequestration. Written by Jehangir Bhadha, Mark Clark, Michael Andreu, Yuchuan Fan, Tara Wade, and Young Gu Her, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, January 2023.

Carrot (Daucus carota) Production in the Sandy Soils of North Florida: Nitrogen Fertilization Guidelines

Morgan Morrow, Vivek Sharma, Robert C. Hochmuth, Charles Barrett, and Marina Burani-Arouca

This publication discusses carrot growth characteristics and provides nitrogen fertilizer best management practices for carrot crops growing in north Florida. The nitrogen management guidelines presented in this publication are based on multiyear field-based research conducted by UF/IFAS. Written by Morgan Morrow, Vivek Sharma, Robert C. Hochmuth, Charles Barrett, and Marina Burani-Arouca, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, July 2023.

Causes and Prevention of Emitter Plugging In Microirrigation Systems

Dorota Z. Haman

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet.

Chemical Injection Methods for Irrigation

Dorota Z. Haman and Fedro S. Zazueta

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet.

Chlorine Use In Produce Packing Lines

M. A. Ritenour, S. A. Sargent, and J. A. Bartz

Cisterns to Collect Non-Potable Water for Domestic Use

Ray A. Bucklin

Supplies of groundwater are limited in many parts of Florida. To conserve groundwater, rainwater can be used for such things as watering gardens or washing cars. Water used for such purposes, but not for human consumption, is called non-potable water.

Citrus BMP Implementation in Florida's Gulf Citrus Production Area: Nutrients

S. Shukla, R. E. Rouse, S. S. Shukla, E. A. Hanlon, K. Portier, and T. A. Obreza

Citrus BMP Implementation in Florida's Gulf Citrus Production Area: Pesticides

S. Shukla, R. E. Rouse, S. S. Shukla, E. A. Hanlon, K. Portier, and T. A. Obreza

Citrus BMP Implementation in Florida's Gulf Citrus Production Area: Water, Sediment, and Aquatic Weeds

S. Shukla, R. E. Rouse, S. S. Shukla, E. A. Hanlon, K. Portier, and T. A. Obreza

Common Questions When Using Soil Moisture Sensors for Citrus and Other Fruit Trees

Eric Herrera, Sandra M. Guzmán, and Eduart Murcia

A UF/IFAS numbered peer reviewed Fact Sheet. Published by Farm Economics, entrepreneurship, and management

Comparison of Energy Needed to Heat Greenhouses and Insulated Frame Buildings Used in Aquaculture

P. A. Fowler, R. A. Bucklin, C. D. Baird, F. A. Chapman, and C. A. Watson

Consejos basicos para diseñar sistemas eficientes de riego

Haimanote K. Bayabil, Kati W. Migliaccio, Michael Dukes, Laura Vasquez, y Carlos Balerdi

A UF/IFAS numbered Translation. Published by Agriculture Water

Degree-Days: Growing, Heating, and Cooling

Clyde W. Fraisse and Silvana V. Paula-Moraes

Design and Construction of Screened Wells for Agricultural Irrigation Systems

Brian Boman, Sanjay Shukla, and J. D. Hardin

Design, Construction, and Installation of a Drainage Lysimeter for Use on Sandy, Well-Drained Soils under Turfgrass

Jovana Radovanovic, Eban Z. Bean, and Alexander J. Reisinger

A UF/IFAS numbered peer reviewed Fact Sheet. Published by ==Water==

Detention/Retention for Citrus Stormwater Management

Brian Boman, Chris Wilson, Mark Jennings, and Sanjay Shukla

Drone Injuries and Safety Recommendations

Serap Gorucu and Yiannis Ampatzidis

This publication presents drone-related injury statistics and safety recommendations to prevent drone-related injuries. Written by Serap Gorucu and Yiannis Ampatzidis, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, June 2021.

Estasyon Meteyo nan Jaden: Gid pou Enstalasyon ak Antretyen

Caroline G. Staub, William Eisenstadt, William Blanc, Nicole Monval, Clyde W. Fraisse, William Lusher, George Braun, and Lee Staudt

Estimated Water Savings Potential of Florida-Friendly Landscaping Activities

Mackenzie Boyer and Michael Dukes

Estimating the Frequency of a Storm Event: How to Use NOAA Atlas 14 Point Precipitation Frequency Estimates

Young Gu Her, Eban Bean, and Christopher Martinez

This article introduces NOAA Atlas 14 and explains how to use it to help Extension agents and the general public estimate the frequency of any storm event of interest. The frequency estimate of a storm event using NOAA Atlas 14 helps the user to understand how large a storm is in relation to the historical storm events that occurred at a certain location. In addition, the information on the estimate’s confidence interval provided by NOAA Atlas 14 is expected to help people better understand the probabilistic nature of rainfall events. Written by Young Gu Her, Eban Bean, and Christopher Martinez, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, May 2023.

ET-Based Irrigation Scheduling for Papaya (Carica papaya) in Florida

Haimanote K. Bayabil, Jonathan H. Crane, Kati W. Migliaccio, Yuncong Li, and Fredy Ballen

Evaporation Loss During Sprinkler Irrigation

Fedro S. Zazueta

Evapotranspiration-Based Irrigation for Agriculture: Crop Coefficients of Some Commercial Crops in Florida

Isaya Kisekka, Kati W. Migliaccio, Michael D. Dukes, Jonathan H. Crane, Bruce Schaffer, Sandra M. Guzman, and Haimanote K. Bayabil

Evapotranspiration-Based Irrigation for Agriculture: Implementing Evapotranspiration-Based Irrigation Scheduling for Agriculture

Isaya Kisekka, Kati W. Migliaccio, Michael D. Dukes, Jonathan H. Crane, Bruce Schaffer, Haimanote K Bayabil, and Sandra M Guzman

Evapotranspiration-Based Irrigation for Agriculture: Sources of Evapotranspiration Data for Irrigation Scheduling in Florida

Isaya Kisekka, Kati W. Migliaccio, Michael D. Dukes, Bruce Schaffer, Jonathan H. Crane, Kelly Morgan, Haimanote K. Bayabil, and Sandra M. Guzman

This article is part of a series on ET-based irrigation scheduling for agriculture. The rest of the series can be found at https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/topic_series_ET-based_irrigation_scheduling_for_agriculture.

Evapotranspiration-Based Irrigation Scheduling for Agriculture

Isaya Kisekka, Kati W. Migliaccio, Michael D. Dukes, Bruce Schaffer, Jonathan H. Crane, Haimanote K. Bayabil, and Sandra M. Guzman

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet. Published by Agriculture Water

Evapotranspiration: Potential or Reference?

Suat Irmak and Dorota Z. Haman

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet.

Example Ordinance for Compost Amending Soil in Urban Landscaping

Jovana Radovanovic, James D. McGuire, Jana Caracciolo, Tom Ankersen, and Eban Z. Bean

This publication describes an example ordinance that can be used by local governments as a starting point for developing a compost amendment ordinance tailored to their local situation and conditions. Written by Jovana Radovanovic, James D. McGuire, Jana Caracciolo, Tom Ankersen, and Eban Z. Bean, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, October 2021.

Fan and Pad Greenhouse Evaporative Cooling Systems

J. A. Watson, C. Gómez, R. A. Bucklin, J. D. Leary, and D. B. McConnell

Fans For Greenhouses

Y. Zhang, J. A. Watson, D. E. Buffington, R. A. Bucklin, R. W. Henley, and D. B. McConnell

Fans are used in processing applications involved with drying, ventilating, heating, cooling, aspirating, elevating, and conveying. Processing and other agricultural activities requiring fans are greatly increasing. Costs are becoming more and more important; therefore, it is necessary that a person be able to select and apply the best fan for any installation, taking economic factors into consideration. This article introduces some important fan properties that you should consider when select a

Farm Ponds in Florida Irrigation Systems

G. A. Clark, C. D. Stanley, F. Z. Zazueta, and E. E. Albregts

Fertilizer Application Best Management Practices for Citrus Grove Workers

Brain Boman, Darren Cole, Steve Futch, Ward Gunter, Chris Wilson, and J. W. Hebb

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet.

Field Data Report for the First Microwave Water and Energy Balance Experiment (MicroWEX-1), July 17–December 16, 2003, Citra, Florida

Kai-Jen Calvin Tien, Jasmeet Judge, Larry W. Miller, and Orlando L. Lanni

Field Devices For Monitoring Soil Water Content

Rafael Muñoz-Carpena

Field Evaluation of Container Nursery Irrigation Systems: Measuring Uniformity of Water Application of Microirrigation Systems

Dorota Z. Haman and Thomas H. Yeager

Field Evaluation of Container Nursery Irrigation Systems: Measuring Uniformity of Water Application of Sprinkler Systems

Dorota Z. Haman and Thomas H. Yeager

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet.

Field Evaluation of Container Nursery Irrigation Systems: Part 1: Measuring Operating Pressures in the Irrigation System

Dorota Z. Haman and Thomas H. Yeager

Field Evaluation of Container Nursery Irrigation Systems: Part 2: Measuring Application Rates

Dorota Z. Haman and Thomas H. Yeager

Field Evaluation of Microirrigation Water Application Uniformity

A. G. Smajstrla, B. J. Boman, D. Z. Haman, D. J. Pitts, and F. S. Zazueta

Field Observations During the Eighth Microwave Water and Energy Balance Experiment (MicroWEX-8): from June 16 through August 24, 2009

Tara Bongiovanni, Heather Enos, Alejandro Monsivais-Huertero, Blaire Colvin, Karthik Nagarajan, Jasmeet Judge, Pang-Wei Liu, Juan Fernandez-Diaz, Roger De Roo, Yuriy Goykhman, Xueyang Duan, Daniel Preston, Ramesh Shrestha, Clint Slatton, Mahta Mogha

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet.

Field Observations during the Eleventh Microwave Water and Energy Balance Experiment (MicroWEX-11): from April 25, 2012, through December 6, 2012

Tara Bongiovanni, Pang-Wei Liu, Karthik Nagarajan, Daniel Preston, Patrick Rush, Tim H.M. van Emmerik, Susan Steele-Dunne, Robert Terwilleger, Ella Baar, Max Wallace, Alejandro Monsivais-Huertero, Jasmeet Judge, Roger De Roo, Ruzbeh Akbar, and Antho

Field Observations During the Fifth Microwave Water and Energy Balance Experiment: from March 9 through May 26, 2006

Joaquin Casanova, Fei Yan, Mi-young Jang, Juan Fernandez, Jasmeet Judge, Clint Slatton, Kai-Jen Calvin Tien, Tzu-yun Lin, Orlando Lanni, and Larry Miller

Field Observations During the Fourth Microwave Water and Energy Balance Experiment (MicroWEX-4): March 10–June 14, 2005

Joaquin Casanova, Tzu-yun Lin, Mi-young Jang, Kai-Jen Calvin Tien, Jasmeet Judge, Orlando Lanni, and Larry Miller

Field Observations During the Ninth Microwave Water and Energy Balance Experiment (MicroWEX-9): from March 24, 2010 through January 6, 2011

Tara Bongiovanni, Pang-Wei Liu, Karthik Nagarajan, Robert Terwilleger, Alejandro Monsivais-Huertero, Jasmeet Judge, Juan Fernandez-Diaz, Daniel Preston, Tyler Cheney, and Jason Motsinger

Field Observations During the Second Microwave Water and Energy Balance Experiment (MicroWEX-2): from March 17 through June 3, 2004

Jasmeet Judge, Joaquin Casanova, Tzu-Yun Lin, Kai-Jen Calvin Tien, Mi-young Jang, Orlando Lanni, and Larry Miller

Field Observations During the Sixth Microwave Water and Energy Balance Experiment (MicroWEX-6): from June 19 through November 30, 2006

Fei Yan, Hwan Hee Han, Ruofan Yang, Joaquin Casanova, Jasmeet Judge, Jennifer Jacobs, Orlando Lanni, and Larry Miller

Field Observations During the Tenth Microwave Water and Energy Balance Experiment (MicroWEX-10): from March 1, 2011 through January 5, 2012

Tara Bongiovanni, Pang-Wei Liu, Karthik Nagarajan, Daniel Preston, Patrick Rush, Xueyang Duan, Guanbo Chen, Robert Terwilleger, Alejandro Monsivais-Huertero, Jasmeet Judge, Roger De Roo, Ruzbeh Akbar, Mary Morris, Olivia Williams, Lindsey Marks, Cou

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet for Academic audience(s). in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Plant Systems

Field Observations During the Third Microwave Water and Energy Balance Experiment (MicroWEX-3): June 16–December 21, 2004

Tzu-yun Lin, Jasmeet Judge, Kai-Jen Calvin Tien, Joaquin Casanova, Mi-young Jang, Orlando Lanni, Larry Miller, and Fei Yan

Fixed Ladder Safety: Summarizing OSHA Requirements

Serap Gorucu, Charles Brown, and Carol Lehtola

This publication summarizes the parts of the OSHA Standard 1910.23 and 1910.28 that apply to fixed ladders. Written by Serap Gorucu, Charles Brown, and Carol Lehtola, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, April 2022.

Flood Insurance—A Key to Recovery

Michael T. Olexa and Sean Olevnik

This publication is designed to provide accurate, current, and authoritative information on the subject. However, since the laws, regulations, administrative rulings, and court decisions on which it is based are subject to constant revision, portions of this publication could become outdated at any time. This publication is distributed with the understanding that the authors are not engaged in rendering legal advice or opinions, and the information contained herein should not be regarded, or relied upon, as a substitute for legal advice or opinion. For these reasons, the utilization of these materials by any person constitutes an agreement to hold harmless the authors, the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, and the University of Florida for any liability claims, damages, or expenses that may be incurred by any person as a result of reference to or reliance on the information contained in this fact sheet.

Florida Greenhouse Design

Y. Zhang, J. A. Watson, R. A. Bucklin

Greenhouse design considerations are critical in regulating optimal climatic conditions where plants are grown. The structural systems, building components and materials, and machinery equipment play a central role in greenhouse efficiency. Yet, many design considerations vary greatly with region and geography. This article describes greenhouse design considerations specific to Florida’s unique environment. It a includes descriptions of framing types and materials, design load consideration with

Florida H2OSAV Insights: Home Water Use in Orange County

Nick Taylor, Kaitlin Olander Robb Price, Bradley Spatz, Parker Johnson, and Pierce Jones

This fact sheet provides current, basic information about residential water use in Orange County. Written by Nick Taylor, Kaitlin Olander Robb Price, Bradley Spatz, Parker Johnson, and Pierce Jones, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, June 2021.

Florida H2OSAV Insights: Home Water Use in Osceola County

Nick Taylor, Kaitlin Robb Price, Bradley Spatz, Parker Johnson, and Pierce Jones

This fact sheet provides current, basic information about residential water use in Osceola County, Florida. Written by Nick Taylor, Kaitlin Robb Price, Bradley Spatz, Parker Johnson, and Pierce Jones, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, November 2021.

Florida H2OSAV Insights: Home Water Use in the Gainesville Regional Utilities (GRU) Service Territory

Nick Taylor, Kaitlin Olander Robb Price, Bradley Spatz, Tricia Kyzar, and Pierce Jones

Florida Rainfall Data Sources and Types

Meijing Zhang, Young Gu Her, Kati Migliaccio, and Clyde Fraisse

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: ==Water==

Florida’s Agricultural Carbon Economy as Climate Action: The Potential Role of Farmers and Ranchers

Young Gu Her, Tara Wade, Sawssan Boufous, Jehangir Bhadha, and Michael Andreu

This article introduces concepts related to carbon sequestration, credits, and markets to help Extension agents, farmers, and concerned residents to better understand how agriculture can help to mitigate climate change, and thus become a part of Florida’s carbon economy. Written by Young Gu Her, Tara Wade, Sawssan Boufous, Jehangir Bhadha, and Michael Andreu, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, May 2022.

Frequency of Residential Irrigation Maintenance Problems

Thomas R. Olmsted, Michael D. Dukes, and Bernard Cardenas

This publication evaluates the frequency or number of times an irrigation maintenance problem occurs, as documented by Urban Mobile Irrigation Lab (UMIL) audits, and provides a list of the most common irrigation maintenance problems in residential irrigation systems. Written by Thomas R. Olmsted, Michael D. Dukes, and Bernard Cardenas, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, revised August 2024.

Gray Water Reuse in Florida

Christopher J. Martinez

Greenhouse Heating Checklist

Y. Zhang, J.A. Watson, R.A. Bucklin, P.H. Jones, B.A. Barmby, D.B. McConnell, R.W. Henley

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Farm Economics, entrepreneurship, and management

Greenhouse Ventilation

J. A. Watson, C. Gómez, D. E. Buffington, R. A. Bucklin, R. W. Henley, and D. B. McConnell

Groundwater Nitrogen: Behavior in Flatwoods and Gravel Soils Using Organic Amendments for Vegetable Production

Sanjay Shukla, Edward A. Hanlon, Fouad H. Jaber, Peter J. Stoffella, Thomas A. Obreza, and Monica Ozores-Hampton

Guidelines for Establishing and Maintaining Farm-Based Weather Stations in Haiti

Caroline G. Staub, William Eisenstadt, William Blanc, Nicole Monval, Clyde W. Fraisse, William Lusher, George Braun, and Lee Staudt

This publication provides Haitian farmers with basic guidelines for installing and maintaining an on-farm weather station.

Heating Greenhouses

J. A. Watson, C. Gómez, D. E. Buffington, R. A. Bucklin, R. W. Henley, and D. B. McConnell

Home Irrigation and Landscape Combinations for Water Conservation in Florida

Melissa B. Haley, Michael D. Dukes, Bernard Cardenas, Grady L. Miller, and Dorota Z. Haman

This publication summarizes a study whose objectives were to determine the amount of residential irrigation water use in central Florida, and to evaluate if combinations of irrigation scheduling and landscape/irrigation design could reduce irrigation water application. Written by Melissa B. Haley, Michael D. Dukes, Bernard Cardenas, Grady L. Miller, and Dorota Z. Haman, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, revised September 2024.

How Are Our Future Agriculture and Natural Resources Projected under Varying Climate?

Young Gu Her, Ashley Smyth, Zachary Brym, and Elias Bassil

A UF/IFAS numbered peer reviewed Fact Sheet. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Climate

How are the reservoirs in the Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint River Basin managed?

Christopher J. Martinez

How Likely Is a 100-Year Rainfall Event During the Next Ten Years?

Young Gu Her, William Lusher, and Kati Migliaccio

How much water am I using to irrigate my yard?

By Nicholas Taylor, Kaitlin Robb Price, and Bradley Spatz

This publication provides context and motivation for reducing outdoor water use. This is done by providing the estimated gallons of water used per irrigation cycle in Florida and then comparing the water used for irrigation to the water used for common indoor activities like showering or washing dishes.

How the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Works

Michael T. Olexa and Sean Olevnik

This publication is designed to provide accurate, current, and authoritative information on the subject. However, since the laws, regulations, administrative rulings, and court decisions on which it is based are subject to constant revision, portions of this publication could become outdated at any time. This publication is distributed with the understanding that the authors are not engaged in rendering legal advice or opinions, and the information contained herein should not be regarded, or relied upon, as a substitute for legal advice or opinion. For these reasons, the utilization of these materials by any person constitutes an agreement to hold harmless the authors, the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, and the University of Florida for any liability claims, damages, or expenses that may be incurred by any person as a result of reference to or reliance on the information contained in this fact sheet.

How to Avoid Common Problems with Leaf Wetness Sensor Installation and Maintenance

T. B. Onofre, C. W. Fraisse, N. A. Peres, and J. McNair

How to Identify If Your Time Series Inputs Are Adequate for AI Applications: Assessing Minimum Data Requirements in Environmental Analyses

Eduart Murcia and Sandra M. Guzmán

This publication is intended for scientists, technicians, and decision-makers who want to start using machine learning (ML) in their projects. It provides an overview of the factors that should be considered when employing ML applications with time series (TS) data as input. Written by Eduart Murcia and Sandra M. Guzmán, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, January 2024.

Hurricane Impacts on Florida's Agriculture and Natural Resources

Young Gu Her, Ashley Smyth, Pamela Fletcher, Elias Bassil, Ulrich Stingl, Zachary Brym, and Jiangxiao Qiu

Understanding hurricane effects is the first step to preparing for hurricanes. The effects of hurricanes can be comprehensive and long-lasting, even permanent, at the spatial scales of a single molecule to whole ecosystems. Multidisciplinary collaborations are required to improve our understanding of hurricanes. Here, we review basic facts of hurricanes and their effects in Florida and speculate on how they might affect Florida’s agriculture and natural resources. Examples and speculations provided in this article demonstrate how weather, agriculture, environment, and ecosystem are connected to each other across spatial scales ranging from microorganisms to an entire landscape.

Hydraulic Considerations for Citrus Microirrigation Systems

Brian Boman and Sanjay Shukla

Injection of Chemicals Into Irrigation Systems: Rates, Volumes, and Injection Periods

G. A. Clark, D. Z. Haman and F. S. Zazueta

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet.

Instructions on the Use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)

Sri Charan Kakarla and Yiannis Ampatzidis

Interpretación del Contenido de la Humedad del Suelo para Determinar Capacidad de Campo y Evitar Riego Excesivo en Suelos Arenosos Utilizando Sensores de Humedad

Lincoln Zotarelli, Michael D. Dukes, y Kelly T. Morgan

Interpretation of Soil Moisture Content to Determine Soil Field Capacity and Avoid Over-Irrigating Sandy Soils Using Soil Moisture Sensors

Lincoln Zotarelli, Michael D. Dukes, and Kelly T. Morgan

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture

Young Gu Her, Nikolay Bliznyuk, Yiannis Ampatzidis, Ziwen Yu, and Haimanote Bayabil

This article is prepared to help Extension agents, farmers, farm managers, researchers, graduate students, and the general public better understand AI, associated terms, and technologies. Written by Young Gu Her, Nikolay Bliznyuk, Yiannis Ampatzidis, Ziwen Yu, and Haimanote Bayabil, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, September 2024.