Flies are nuisances, whether they be a common housefly or a horse fly. But have you heard of the spotted lanternfly? It’s a nuisance on a grander scale. It’s considered to be beautiful by some…but deadly by all. Spotted lanternflies won’t harm you. Your crops, however, are a different story. Don’t be deceived by the […]
What Are Twospotted Spider Mites? What You Don’t Know Might Kill Your Crops
Are you familiar with twospotted spider mites? What you don’t know could harm or kill your crops. Twospotted spider mites live on the undersides of leaves, and are oval-shaped insects that are easy to miss—they’re only about 1/50th of an inch long. They sometimes have a brown or orange-red appearance, but are typically green or greenish-yellow […]
Preventing Erosion and Managing Fertility on Your North Florida Farm
Cover crops are off-season crops that you grow between the harvest and the planting season of your cash crop. They offer a great many benefits, including preventing soil erosion, managing soil fertility, quality, and water, and suppressing weeds, pests and diseases in your fields. They also create forage for your livestock. If you’re leery of […]
Can Shade Hurt Your Crops?
Hills, trees, and buildings can cause shade along the edges of your vegetable production fields and spell disaster for your crops. Shade problems that may not be so noticeable during the summer months can become more apparent as the year draws on because the sun sits lower in the sky. Slowed Growth and Reduced Yield […]
