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September 19, 2023

Butterflies and Wildflowers at Steven J. Fousek Preserve

The Bioblitz Event The UF/IFAS Extension St Lucie County conducted a “UF Extension Butterflies and Wildflowers Bioblitz” on September 14, 2023, 2023 from 8:30 AM – 11 AM at the Steven J. Fousek Preserve in St. Lucie County, FL. A team of intrepid explorers ventured over a mile into the preserve to observe and identify the species…

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September 18, 2023

Horseshoe Crab Search – 2023 Spring Report

The horseshoe crab is an ancient creature.  Fossil records suggest it has been around for at least 400 million years.  Today there are four species left on the planet, the one found in the United States is Limulus polyphemus and it can be found along the east and Gulf coasts.  In recent years there has been a…

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September 14, 2023

Weekly “What is it?”: Titi

      White titi trees, easily identified by the white racemes hanging from the branches. Photo credit: Carrie Stevenson, UF IFAS Extension When I first started learning to identify wetland species in the field, titi (pronounced “tye-tye”) trees were among the first I could consistently recognize. They grow all over the place, so I had plenty of…

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September 14, 2023

Managing Tropical Fruit Pests

When it comes to dealing with insect pests of tropical fruit, try not to think “What do I spray?” Instead, use a balanced approach to pest control that will use pesticides only when completely necessary. The most common pests for tropical fruit are scale, weevils, fruit flies, and whitefly with thrips, spider mites and aphids…

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September 14, 2023

Marvelous Mulberries

The mulberry (Morus spp.) is a fruiting tree rich in flavor, with nutritious foliage, a myriad of medicinal and culinary value, and a fascinating history. With numerous species, hybrids, and endless cultivars to choose from—a mulberry may be the perfect fit for your Florida-friendly landscape. In addition to jackfruit, breadfruit, and figs, mulberries belong to the family…

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September 13, 2023

Farming Guide: Florida Brussels Sprouts

Introduction: Although not commonly produced in Florida, Brussels sprouts (Brassica Oleracea L) are increasingly grown commercially in Columbia County, FL. In the USA, Brussels sprout production occurs primarily in California and New York but can be grown over the winter months in Florida. Optimal temperature range for Brussels sprouts is about 58 – 60°F. Planting date…

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September 13, 2023

Recap: Summer SWFL Small Farmer Network Meeting on Pine Island

On July 19, 2023 the Southwest Small Farmer Network held the summer meeting at FruitScapes, LLC on Pine Island in Lee County, FL. The focus of the meeting was to highlight the resiliency of producers on Pine Island which was devastated by Hurricane Ian, connect producers with each other, and share UF/IFAS Extension and Florida State Agricultural Response…

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