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2022 Cool-Season Forage Variety Recommendations for Florida

Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems

This publication provides the most up-to-date information on adapted cool-season forage varieties. Written by M. Wallau, A. R. Blount, E. Rios, J. M. B. Vendramini, J. C. B. Dubeux, Md. A. Babar, K. E. Kenworthy, M. Mulvaney, and K. H. Quesenberry, and published by the UF/IFAS Agronomy Department, revised August 2021.
Released On: 10-02-2022

Writing and Designing a Basic Web Page

Critical Issue: Other

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: ==Special Handling==
Released On: 10-02-2022

Pasture’s Role in Climate Change Mitigation

Critical Issue: Natural Resources and Environment

This new 4-page publication of the UF/IFAS Department of Soil, Water, and Ecosystem Sciences provides information about the role of native and cultivated pastures in climate change mitigation and the opportunities and challenges for improving carbon sequestration in agroecosystems. Climate change mitigation in the context of this publication refers to actions that reduce the rate of climate change. This information should be of interest to stakeholders, students, scientists, and environmental agencies interested in enhancing ecosystems services provided by grazing lands. Written by Maria Silveira, Rosvel Bracho, Curtis Dell, and Abmael Cardoso.
Released On: 09-25-2022

Seed Piece Spacing Recommendations for Table-Stock Potato Cultivars in Florida

Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems

This new 6-page publication of the UF/IFAS Horticultural Sciences Department focuses on the adjustment of potato seed piece spacing of table-stock cultivars for Florida production. The aim is to provide management strategies that minimize potato seed costs, increase yield, and reach the marked demand for specific tuber size distribution, all of which are important factors for the table-stock potato industry. Written by Mario H. M. L. Andrade, Luis G. Pesantes, Christian T. Christensen, Lakesh Sharma and Lincoln Zotarelli.
Released On: 09-25-2022

Biology and Management of Horseweed (Conyza canadensis) in Citrus Groves

Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems

Horseweed has gained importance in recent years due to reports of the development of herbicide resistance to several modes of action, including glyphosate and paraquat. This new 5-page publication of the UF/IFAS Horticultural Sciences Department presents information about the lifecycle, identification, and management of horseweed in citrus groves. This publication is mainly intended for Florida citrus growers but will also be helpful for Extension agents, crop consultants, and others interested in citrus production. Written by Nirmal Timilsina, Sharpton Toussaint, Camille McAvoy and Ramdas Kanissery.
Released On: 09-25-2022

An Antlion, Glenurus gratus (Say) (Insecta: Neuroptera: Myrmeleontidae)

Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems

The 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.
Released On: 09-22-2022

Calcium Silicate Recommendations for Sugarcane on Florida Organic Soils

Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet.
Released On: 09-22-2022

Fall Prevention: How to Handle a Fall

Critical Issue: Nutrition, Health and Food Safety

After a fall, panic is often the first reaction. It is important to stay calm and remain still so you can think clearly and take the appropriate steps to get help if needed. A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet for General Public audience(s).
Released On: 09-21-2022

Field Corn Production Guide

Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems

This publication discusses several aspects of field corn production in Florida, such as economics, land preparation, hybrid selection, fertilization, irrigation, and disease management. Written by David Wright, Ian Small, Cheryl Mackowiak, Zane Grabau, Pratap Devkota, and Silvana Paula-Moraes, and published by the UF/IFAS Agronomy Department, revised August 2022.
Released On: 09-21-2022

Social Networks and Obesity

Critical Issue: Nutrition, Health and Food Safety

Social networks play a very important part in successful weight management. This publication discusses social networks and ways these connections may support or hinder weight management. Written by Kellie Cooper, Megan A. McVay, and LaToya J. O’Neal, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, September 2022.
Released On: 09-21-2022

Guía de Poda Postcosecha para Lúpulos en Florida

Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems

Este artículo explica por qué, cuándo y cómo podar el lúpulo en Florida. Además, es parte de una serie que examina los desafíos y oportunidades de la producción de lúpulo en Florida basada en la investigación en el Centro de Investigación y Educación de la Costa del Golfo UF/IFAS (UF/IFAS GCREC). A translation of HS1439, Postharvest Pruning Guide for Hops in Florida; written by Mariel Gallardo, Shinsuke Agehara, Christopher DelCastillo, and Jack Rechcigl; translated by Mariel Gallardo; published by the UF/IFAS Horticultural Sciences Department; 3 pp.
Released On: 09-18-2022

Planting Southern Pines in Florida

Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems

Florida landowners have contributed vastly to the Southeast’s planting of pines over many decades; recent incentive programs across the state have encouraged further interest. Understanding the factors that affect seedling quality and survival of native pine species will assure a more successful and productive forest plantation. This publication reviews each southern pine's important silviculture characteristics, soil-site conditions, and potential markets and products. It outlines planting standards and techniques as they relate to landowners’ objectives and their target markets. It is to be used as a guide to facilitate selection of appropriate pine species and offers guidance on best practices for handling seedlings throughout all stages of tree planting.
Released On: 09-18-2022

Fire and Invasive Plant Interactions

Critical Issue: Natural Resources and Environment

Prescribed fire and invasive species are two common land management concerns in Florida; therefore it is important that land managers have a solid understanding of their interactions and how they affect the surrounding ecosystems. These interactions can be roughly categorized into two groups: the effects of the invasive plant on the fire regime and the impacts of fire on the invasive plant or other flora. For this review we chose four invasive species in the southeastern United States that cover a range of interactions with fire: Cogon grass (Imperata cylindrica), Chinese tallow (Triadica sebifera), old world climbing fern (Lygodium microphyllum), and Japanese climbing fern (L. japonicum). This publication details basic information on each species, what is known about how it interacts with fire, and synthesizes this knowledge into concrete management recommendations.
Released On: 09-18-2022

Cooperating Teachers’ Best Practices for Mentoring #1: Supporting Cooperating Teachers

Critical Issue: Youth

This initial article in the Best Practices for Mentoring series provides SBAE cooperating teachers with a basic understanding of their role as cooperating teachers and mentors, as well as introduces the three major areas of focus for these best practices. Written by Heather R. Nesbitt and Debra M. Barry, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural Education and Communication; 4 pp.
Released On: 09-15-2022

Your Farm as a Water Storage System: Steps to Establish an Agreement with the Water Management Districts

Critical Issue: Water Quality and Conservation

This publication introduces water storage strategies known as Dispersed Water Management (DWM) and Water Farms (WF) and describes the process that a private landowner should follow to obtain a permit and begin a water storage agreement with the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) and the St. Johns River Water Management District (SJRWMD). Written by Brandon Quinn-Ivey and Sandra M. Guzmán, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, September 2022.
Released On: 09-15-2022

Cooperating Teachers’ Best Practices for Mentoring #2: Social Support

Critical Issue: Youth

Social support is most often considered the care of the student teacher’s problems. This publication will break down the major areas of social support and provide real-world examples of how to implement them during the internship. Written by Heather R. Nesbitt and Debra M. Barry, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural Education and Communication; 3 pp.
Released On: 09-15-2022

Guava Root-Knot Nematode or Pacara Earpod Root-Knot Nematode Meloidogyne enterolobii (Yang and Eisenback, 1983) (Nematoda: Chromadorea: Rhabditida: Tylenchina: Tylenchomorpha: Tylenchoidea: Meloidogynidae)

Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems

Potassium Fertilizer Recommendations for Sugarcane on Florida Mineral Soils

Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems

This publication is intended primarily for Florida sugarcane growers, but it may also be useful to researchers and others interested in sugarcane nutrition. It presents potassium fertilizer recommendations for Florida mineral soils and supporting information. Written by J. Mabry McCray, and published by the UF/IFAS Agronomy Department, September 2022.
Released On: 09-13-2022