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RECENT & REVISED PUBLICATIONS

History and Methods of the Everglades Soil Testing Laboratory

AG473/SS-AGR-477by J. Mabry McCray and Ronald W. RiceOctober 19th, 2023This publication provides a history of the University of Florida Everglades Soil Testing Laboratory (EvSTL), current analytical methods, and information about fertilizer recommendations made by the laboratory. Written by J. Mabry McCray and Ronald W. Rice, and published by the UF/IFAS Agronomy Department, October 2023.Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems

Carinata, the Sustainable Crop for a Bio-based Economy: Production Recommendations for the Southeastern United States

AG389/SS-AGR-384by R. Seepaul, I. M. Small, P. Devkota, H. Y. Sintim, M. J. Mulvaney, S. George, R. G. Leon, S. V. Paula-Moraes, Isaac L. Esquivel, R. Bennett, A. Pokrzywinski, D. Geller, J. J. Marois, and D. L. WrightAugust 24th, 2023Brassica carinata is a non-food industrial oilseed crop that can be grown in the winter in the southeast US without impacting food, feed, or fiber crops. Carinata is a low carbon advanced renewable fuel feedstock and a good source of animal protein. Carinata research in the SE US through a public-private partnership has developed a comprehensive body of knowledge regarding carinata agronomics, life cycle analysis, best management practices and economics. This article aims to help growers and others interested in carinata to understand its biology, agronomy, and production aspects.Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems

Introducing Agroecology

AG472/SS-AGR-476by Zachary Brym, Hamutahl Cohen, Hannah Wooten, Emma Matcham, and David OuterbridgeJune 26th, 2023This document aims to introduce the foundational ideas and main concepts of agroecology to a general audience with some specific examples for implementing agroecology on farms and gardens in commercial, hobby, and educational contexts. Written by Zachary Brym, Hamutahl Cohen, Hannah Wooten, Emma Matcham, and David Outerbridge, and published by the UF/IFAS Agronomy Department, June 2023.Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems

Identification of Grass Weed Seedlings Commonly Found in Florida Sugarcane: A Quick Reference Guide

AG470/SS-AGR-474by Calvin Odero, Matthew VanWeelden, and Christian KammererMay 24th, 2023This article describes proper identification of grass weed seedlings associated with sugarcane in Florida to assist growers with selecting effective control measures. Written by Calvin Odero, Matthew VanWeelden, and Christian Kammerer, and published by the UF/IFAS Agronomy Department, May 2023.Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems

Plant Growth Regulators as a Management Tool in Cotton Production

AG471/SS-AGR-475by Kulpreet Singh, Hardeep Singh, Libbie Johnson, Ethan Carter, Lakesh Sharma, and Ravinder SinghMay 23rd, 2023This article aims to inform cotton producers, Extension agents, crop advisors, and consultants about the role and management approaches of plant growth regulators in cotton production. Written by Kulpreet Singh, Hardeep Singh, Libbie Johnson, Ethan Carter, Lakesh Sharma, and Ravinder Singh, and published by the UF/IFAS Agronomy Department, May 2023.Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems