Stewart Swanson

Soil Organic Matter Impacts on Sugarcane Production on Florida Mineral Soils

J. Mabry McCray and Stewart Swanson

Bagasse: A Potential Organic Soil Amendment Used in Sugarcane Production

Jehangir H. Bhadha, Nan Xu, Raju Khatiwada, Stewart Swanson, and Chris LaBorde

Plantback Restrictions for Herbicides Used in South Florida Sugarcane

D. C. Odero, R. Negrisoli, M. VanWeelden, and S. Swanson

SS-AGR-273 condenses rotational crop restrictions for herbicides registered for use in Florida sugarcane into one table for use in planning weed control programs.

Cost Assessment of Utilizing Bagasse to Grow Sugarcane Based on Nutrient Availability

Jehangir H. Bhadha, Nan Xu, Naba R. Amgain, Abul Rabbany, Trent D. Blare, Fredy H. Ballen, and Stewart Swanson

This new 7-page publication of the UF/IFAS Food and Resource Economics Department explores the potential of using bagasse, a dry and fibrous residue of sugarcane left after the sugar juice extraction, as a nutrient source to potentially reduce inorganic fertilizer inputs in the sugarcane production system. Information provided in this article will be useful to commercial sugarcane growers, crop consultants, and fertilizer manufacturers in helping them explore alternative fertilizer options. This paper provides important and timely information for the target audiences, considering the recent, rapid rise in fertilizer prices. Written by Jehangir H. Bhadha, Nan Xu, Naba R. Amgain, Abul Rabbany, Trent D. Blare, Fredy H. Ballen, and Stewart Swanson.

Florida Crop/Pest Profile: Sugarcane

D. C. Odero, J. M. Beuzelin, M. VanWeelden, C. L. Kammerer, R. N. Raid, S. Swanson, P. Rott, and M. Mossler

Sugarcane (Saccharum interspecific hybrids) is the main source of sugar in the world. It is grown in more than 90 countries in tropical and subtropical regions. Cultivation techniques and production challenges vary by location. This document discusses characteristics of the sugarcane crop and pests affecting its production in Florida, which is the largest producer of sugarcane in the United States. Minor Revision.

Raising Soil Organic Matter Content to Improve Water Holding Capacity

Jehangir H. Bhadha, Jay M. Capasso, Raju Khatiwada, Stewart Swanson, and Christopher LaBorde

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