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Pilea microphylla Artillery Plant
FP479by Edward F. GilmanMay 2nd, 2023A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID. Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems
Diffusion of Innovation Explaining Support for Septic to Sewer System Conversion Programs Among Florida Residents: Lessons for Educators and Related Stakeholders
WC429by Dharmendra Kalauni, Laura Warner, Lisa Krimsky, Shelli Rampold, and Sravani PasulaMay 2nd, 2023Water quality impaired by excess nutrients has been linked to negative effects on human health, the environment, and the economy. Residential septic systems (i.e., onsite sewage treatment) contribute to these excess nutrients. Conversion from a septic system to a sewer system (hereafter referred to as S2S) is one way to mitigate pollution from excess nutrients. There are voluntary and mandatory S2S conversion programs throughout and beyond Florida. While there are multiple benefits of making such a change, S2S conversion is a complex and costly process. This document was developed to aid environmental management professionals, policymakers, and communication and education professionals (e.g., Extension agents) in understanding residents’ perceptions pertaining to S2S conversion. More details on the study presented in this document are available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jenvman.2022.115651.Critical Issue: Water Quality and Conservation
Chiococca pinetorum Pineland Snowberry
FP125by Edward F. Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, and Gail HansenMay 2nd, 2023A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID. Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems
Bahiagrass for Florida Lawns
LH006by Marco Schiavon, J. Bryan Unruh, and Kevin E. KenworthyMay 1st, 2023A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet for Homeowner audience(s). Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems
Organic Peach Production in Florida
HS1447by David Campbell, Danielle Treadwell, Ali Sarkhosh, Oscar E. Liburd, and Jeff BrechtMay 1st, 2023Organic peach production systems in Florida are an attractive option for farmers selling direct-to-consumer, including U-Pick operations. Profitability is contingent upon appropriate cultivar selection, efficient nutrient and water management, preventative pest management, and selling fruit for a price premium during the early market window. This comprehensive 14-page fact sheet includes evidence- and producer-based best practice recommendations and is designed for small- and mid-size farm operators who are certified organic or who desire to use organic practices. Written by David Campbell, Danielle Treadwell, Ali Sarkhosh, Oscar E. Liburd, and Jeff Brecht, and published by the UF/IFAS Horticultural Sciences Department.Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems
Strategies to Increase the Adoption of Residential Pollinator Gardening: Tackling Perceived Barriers
WC428by Colby Silvert, Laura A. Warner, John Diaz, Cody Gusto, and Rachel MallingerMay 1st, 2023Urbanization and development of managed landscapes can harm pollinators by reducing flowers and vegetation and increasing exposure to chemicals. However, research shows that urban, developed landscapes can be designed and maintained to successfully provide habitats for diverse, healthy pollinator populations, including bees. Therefore, a major opportunity and need exist for residents, particularly those living in urban areas, to support bees and other pollinators by adopting pollinator gardening in their landscapes. Based on recent research about significant barriers and solutions, this publication intends to guide Extension agents and other practitioners on how to best encourage and facilitate adoption of pollinator gardening by addressing residents’ perceptions.Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems
Yellow Garden Spider, Writing Spider Argiope aurantia (Lucas) (Arachnida: Araneae: Araneidae)
IN1273by Taryn B. Griffith and Jennifer L. Gillett-KaufmanMay 1st, 2023The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems
Scarlet-Bodied Wasp Moth, Cosmosoma myrodora (Dyar) (Insecta: Lepidoptera: Arctiidae)
IN996by Diego Moscoso, Rodrigo Diaz, and William A. OverholtMay 1st, 2023The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids, and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems
Chiococca alba Snowberry
FP124by Edward F. Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, and Gail HansenMay 1st, 2023A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID. Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems
Martin County, Florida Food System Study
FE1071by Yvette Goodiel, William A. Messina, Jr., Lisa House, and Carol RobertsApril 30th, 2023Martin County, Florida has a rich agricultural history with farming and cattle ranching being important economic drivers since the early 1930s. Nevertheless, the county struggles to meet the balance between food supply and demand. Farmers often face challenges finding sizable, secure, well-paying markets, and the most consumers do not participate in local food transactions. This article summarizes two studies conducted to examine agricultural production in Martin County and its food processing, distribution and marketing systems and infrastructure to better identify potential constraints and opportunities for the local food system.Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems
Ornate Bella Moth, Rattlebox Moths Utetheisa ornatrix (Linnaeus) (Insecta: Lepidoptera: Erebidae: Arctiinae)
IN644by Donald W. HallApril 30th, 2023The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems
El Ácaro de la Erinosis del Lichi, Aceria litchii (Keifer) (Acari: Eriophyidae)
IN1401by Alexandra M. Revynthi, German Vargas, Jonathan H. Crane, Jeff Wasielewski, Paul E. Kendra, y Daniel CarrilloApril 30th, 2023El ácaro de la erinosis del lichi es una plaga nativa de Asia que ha sido reportada en varios países. En Brasil ha causado pérdidas y ha incrementado los costos de producción en un 20%. También en India se ha reportado una reducción del 80% en el rendimiento. En 2018, el LEM fue encontrado en el condado de Lee, Florida y luego en otros del centro y el sur del estado. En consecuencia, la División de Industria Vegetal del Departamento de Agricultura y Servicios al Consumidor del estado de Florida estableció un programa de erradicación y cuarentena en el condado de Lee. Esta publicación brinda un perfil a profundidad del ácaro de la erinosis del lichi y está dirigida a personas interesadas con conocimiento de biología, así como a una audiencia académica.Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems
Estimación de costos de producción de maracuyá morada en sur de Florida
FE1134by Trent Blare, Victor Contreras, Fredy H. Ballen, Joshua D. Anderson, Jonathan H. Crane, Nicholas Haley, y Andrés BejaranoApril 26th, 2023Esta publicación examina los costos estimados y los rendimientos de una plantación de maracuyá morada establecida en el sur de Florida. La información presentada en este documento se recopiló a través de entrevistas de campo con productores y especialistas en la industria. Se basa en una variedad de prácticas de producción en producciones a pequeña escala (1-2 acres). La información en este documento está destinada solo como una guía para estimar los requisitos financieros de una plantación ya establecida de maracuyá. Estimamos un rendimiento neto de $2.772/acre/año o $0,98/libra el cual es un retorno económico muy atractivo comparado al de otras frutas tropicales de la zona.Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems
El higo
MG459by Ali Sarkhosh y Peter C. Andersen; traducción por Jonathan Clavijo-HerreraApril 26th, 2023A UF/IFAS numbered Translation. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Plant SystemsCritical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems
El riego de los patios de Florida
EP635by L. E. Trenholm, J. B. Unruh. M. Schiavon y A. Fernanda Arevalo AlvarengaApril 24th, 2023El riego es una de las prácticas culturales más importantes para nuestro césped. Debido a que el agua es un recurso limitado y es vital para la salud del césped, es muy importante que se realice correctamente. Esta publicación está destinada a propietarios de casas y encargados de céspedes que quieren saber cómo optimizar el riego de sus patios.Critical Issue: Water Quality and Conservation
Measuring the Short-Term Economic Impacts of Ecological Restoration
FE1133by Robert Botta, Christa D. Court, and Edward V. CampApril 24th, 2023Increasing demand for ecological restoration has resulted in the development of a “restoration economy” in the United States. Often, the implementation phase of restoration efforts involves substantial capital and labor investments, the short-term economic impacts of which should not be ignored when evaluating the outcomes of restoration efforts. This publication describes the relevant economic impact analysis methods and summarizes a case study application of these methods for the restoration of the Lone Cabbage Reef (LCR) Complex, a recently restored oyster reef in Florida. It should be useful to local governments, outreach and Extension agents, and management agency personnel who want to better understand the economic impacts of restoration actions.Critical Issue: Natural Resources and Environment
Beneficios para la salud de la semilla y perfil nutricional de 35 cultivares de calabaza
HS1461by Geoffrey Meru, Yuqing Fu, Dayana Leyva, Paul Sarnoski, Yavuz Yagiz, Monique Scoggin, Carlos F. Balerdi, Laura Vasquez y Teresa OlczykApril 24th, 2023La semilla de calabaza (Cucurbita pepo L.) es alta en aceite, proteína, y ácidos grasos no saturados (AENS), y es una importante fuente de nutrición y ganancias a nivel global. Este artículo provee información a potenciales consumidores sobre el perfil nutricional y los beneficios a la salud de cultivares seleccionados de semillas de calabaza.Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems
El Picudo del Botón del Hibisco (Anthonomus testaceosquamosus Linell, Coleoptera: Curculionidae)
IN1400by Alexandra M Revynthi, German Vargas, Yisell Velazquez Hernandez, Paul E Kendra, Daniel Carrillo y Catharine M MannionApril 24th, 2023El picudo del botón del hibisco es una plaga originaria de México y de Texas, visto en Florida por primera vez en 2017. El incremento de las poblaciones del picudo entre 2019 y 2020 impactó negativamente la industria del hibisco en Florida, resultando en grandes pérdidas económicas (el estado lidera la producción nacional). Esta plaga está regulada por la División de Industria Vegetal del Departamento de Agricultura y Servicios al Consumidor, que establece que cualquier vivero que lo detecte debe seguir un acuerdo para reducir probabilidades de dispersión. El propósito de este documento es proveer información acerca de esta importante plaga a productores de viveros y al público interesado.Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems
Biological Control Containment Facilities in Florida
IN509by W. A. Overholt, R. D. Cave, P. D. Pratt, P. C. Lake, and J. C. ScolesApril 24th, 2023A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet for General Public audience(s). Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems
What is Understanding by Design (UbD)?
WC322by Margaret Reaves, Rigo Chapparo, J. C. Bunch, and Carla B. JaggerApril 23rd, 2023A UF/IFAS numbered peer reviewed Fact Sheet. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: ==Special Handling==Critical Issue: Other
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