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New EDIS Horticulture Publications
Our latest publications are now available on EDIS: "Sustainability Assessment of Fruit and Nut Crops in North Florida and North Central Florida" is available at: http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/MG367 -Revised! This 18-page illustrated article by Dr. Peter C. Andersen, Dr. Jeffrey G. Williamson, and Dr. Timothy E. Crocker summarizes the degree of adaptation of deciduous fruit and nut species in Florida and identifies cultivars that are recommended for trial in various locations in Florida.
"Estimating Copper, Manganese and Zinc Micronutrients in Fungicide Applications" is available at: http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/HS1159 -This 8-page fact sheet by Bee Ling Poh, Dr. Amanda Gevens, Dr. Eric Simonne, and Dr. Crystal Snodgrass uses tomato as an example to list common sources of micronutrients in common fungicides, estimates micronutrient applications for an entire crop, and discusses the availability of these micronutrients so that the contributions of these sources of micronutrients can be factored in to the fertilizer programs for vegetable crops.
"Characteristics of Small Farm Operators in Florida: Economics, Demographics, and Preferred Information Channels and Sources" is available at: http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/WC088 -This 11-page illustrated report by Steven A. Gaul, Dr. Robert C. Hochmuth, Dr. Glenn D. Israel, and Dr. Danielle Treadwell summarizes the results from the 2008 University of Florida IFAS Extension/Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) Small Farm Survey. This information can be used by Extension faculty to identify target audiences, develop relevant materials, and deliver this information through appropriate channels to assist farmers in achieving the goals of their small farm enterprises.
"Weed Control in Tomato" is available at:http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/WG040 -Revised! This 5-page fact sheet by Dr. William M. Stall explains the increased importance of weed management in tomato production due to the introduction of the sweet potato whitefly. Discusses management in all areas of the farm and postharvest vine dessication. Includes a table with chemical weed controls for tomatoes in Florida.
"Dooryard Fruit Varieties" is available at:http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/MG248 -Revised! This 8-page illustrated fact sheet by Dr. Jeffrey G. Williamson, Dr. Jonathan H. Crane and Dr. Robert E. Rouse discusses considerations of weather, and provides tables of recommended deciduous, citrus, and tropical and subtropical fruit varieties for planting in Florida in north, central, and south Florida growing regions.
"Production and Marketing of Chestnuts in the Southern United States" is available at:http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/HS1155 -This 9-page illustrated fact sheet by Dr. Robert C. Hochmuth, Robert D. Wallace, Dr. Peter J. Van Blokland, and Dr. Jeffrey G. Williamson discusses how the development of new chestnut cultivars, advances in propagation, and cultural techniques now allow for expansion of the commercial chestnut industry in the United States, which could make it a viable alternative crop for small farmers in Florida who are looking to diversify their operations. Also discusses the history and economics of chestnut trees, species and hybrids, nut quality and grades, propagation, site location recommendations, orchard planting and production, pruning, harvesting and storage, processing and marketing.
"Galia Muskmelons: Evaluation for Florida Greenhouse Production" is available at:http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/HS147 -Revised! This 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Nicole L. Shaw, Dr. Daniel J. Cantliffe, and Dr. Jeanmarie M. Harty evaluates the potential for greenhouse production in Florida of this specialty melon prized for its aroma and high sugar content. Discusses production methods and cultivar evaluation.
"Cucumber Anthracnose in Florida" is available at:http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/PP266 - This 5-page fact sheet by Jessica Palenchar, Dr. Danielle D. Treadwell, Dr. Lawrence E. Datnoff, and Dr. Amanda J. Gevens describes the symptoms, causal organism, disease cycle, and management of cucumber anthracnose in Florida.
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