The Hastings Agricultural Extension Center is a UF/IFAS demonstration and research facility aimed at addressing growth and sustainability issues in NE Florida.
Big difference in canopy and root system size in potato nematicide trial @UF_HAEC. 10 weeks after planting. 2 weeks to vine kill.
Sting nematode is the primary target. Often, later in the year differences even out, so it looks like severe sting nematode pressure.
Kicking off the Spring 2024 TCAA Ag. Water Partnership Grower Meeting with a Discussion around Automated Drain Tile.
FYI- the only automated tile irridrain system that we are aware of in the State of Florida (and maybe the southeast) @UF_HAEC#Innovation#IFAS#Stewardship
What happens to all the fresh food we grow as part of @UF research? Much of it is donated to community food banks.
In 2023, @UFIFASWFREC, PSREU, @UF_HAEC, @nfrec_sv, @UFGulfCoastREC, and @UFTropical donated over half a million pounds of potatoes, watermelon, tomatoes, & more.
Traditionally, Florida lettuce 🥬 is grown between October & April in the Everglades Agricultural Area.
2 weeks ago @UF_HAEC harvested @UfLettuce trials as part of our efforts to expand the area & season in which @freshfromFL lettuce can be produced ➡️ https://t.co/AzQMCX4DWU.
🌾 @UF_HAEC is excited to be attending the Florida Ag Expo tomorrow! We're looking forward to a day of learning, innovation, and fellowship with the best in agriculture. 🚜🤝
#FloridaAgExpo#AgricultureInnovation#IFAS
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🌱🔬 Are you passionate about plant and vegetable research? This full-time role involves conducting variety trials, production trials, and managing both field and greenhouse settings.
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@CCAGaryEngland@UfLettuce We received word from @UfLettuce , more selections should be headed our way for transplanting mid next week. We also walked these plots with our partners at Speedling today. Plenty of excitement around this research 🧐
@fruitscanbefun How does or would this impact mechanical harvesting? We know that this has been a documented challenge for the spread of Agrobacterium infections in mechanized blueberries 🫐
Ahead of Tropical Storm Idalia, @UF_HAEC is announcing updates to operations.
Staying in stride with local St. Johns County Governmental ordinances, @UF_HAEC facilities will close on Tuesday, Aug. 29, at 3 p.m. and remain closed on Wednesday, Aug. 30.
Stay safe Gator 🐊 Nation