Agrochemicals

UF scientists plan to study whether cover crops or compost can increase the efficiency, resiliency of tomatoes, other produce

Brad BuckJuly 2nd, 2024Growers are always looking for ways to maintain or increase their yields and boost the ability of their crops to resist pests, diseases and heat brought on by climate change. That’s particularly the case when you grow crops in a high-intensity production system, which farmers use to grow tomatoes in Florida. Such systems require a […]

Spice Up Your Life: A Beginner’s Guide to Growing Marjoram

Julia SirchiaJune 13th, 2024Are you a fan of fresh aromatic herbs in your dishes? If so, growing marjoram right at home might just become your new favorite hobby. In this guide, we’ll explore how to grow marjoram at home. We’ll highlight growing conditions, pest and disease management strategies, and seasonal considerations specific to marjoram cultivation in Central Florida. […]

National Learn-About Composting Day!

Abigail PayneMay 29th, 2024Today is National Learn-About Composting Day! According to the USDA, food waste in the United States is estimated to be 30-40 percent of the country’s food supply. This adds up to approximately 133 billion pounds of food waste per year. In our everyday lives, we do not realize how this can impact our climate, the […]