Indoor vertical gardens are gaining popularity among homeowners and restaurants, allowing them to grow microgreens year-round, but new research has identified a major drawback: their demands on energy. A study by researchers from the Marche Polytechnic University and University of South...
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UF Study Finds Native Plants Thrive In Growth And Attract More Pollinators Than Non-Natives
Written by: Brad Buck Brad is a senior public relations specialist for UF/IFAS Communications. A huge Gator fan, Brad grew up in Gainesville, loves movies, sports and finding great stories to tell.Native plants outperform non-native species for growth and floral abundance. If you want more reasons...
Braswell Family Farms Announces The Passing Of Former CEO Scott Braswell
It is with profound sadness that Braswell Family Farms announces the passing of Scott Braswell, the company’s beloved 3rd generation CEO. Scott passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, leadership, and transformative impact on the company he...
Honey Bees In Demand: Game-Changing Contract Strategies To Protect Bees And Boost Almond Yields
As the world’s native bee populations are declining, crop production requiring pollinators increasingly relies on commercial pollination services. In the U.S., the beekeeping industry is in great demand, and truckloads of bee colonies travel the country to accommodate crop growers.
USDA Invests In Hispanic-serving Institutions To Strengthen Higher Education In Agriculture
As Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations wrap, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced today an investment of more than $15 million to promote and strengthen agriculture-related higher-education programs at Hispanic-serving Institutions (HSI) nationwide. “Hispanic-serving Institutions...
Shuman Farms Brings Tailgate Experience And Georgia Pride To 2024 IFPA Global Produce & Floral Show
Shuman Farms is looking forward to the 2024 IFPA Global Produce & Floral Show, set to take place October 17-19 in Atlanta, Georgia. This year’s event is particularly special for Shuman Farms, as the show’s location in Atlanta brings the company’s passion for produce and football together in...
AFT Celebrates National Farmers Day With Over $700,000 Awarded To Farmers And Ranchers Nationwide
American Farmland Trust is proud to announce the disbursement of over $700,000 to 139 farmers across the United States through this year's Brighter Future Fund. The milestone brings the total amount awarded since the program's launch in 2020 to new heights, showcasing AFT's ongoing commitment to...
Healthy Family Project Shines A Spotlight On Fresh Produce At FNCE 2024
Second Annual Fruit & Veggie Trivia Unites Dietitians for an Evening of Fun, Learning, & Giving BackHealthy Family Project, an advocate for healthy eating and family wellness, welcomed more than100 dietitians to its second annual Fruit & Veggie Trivia Night during the Food Nutrition...
Experience National Farmers Day Live: Join Organic Valley’s Virtual Farm Tour!
Join small organic family farms live from multiple states on Oct. 11 for an all-day celebration and interactive livestream!To celebrate National Farmers Day, Organic Valley is bringing a firsthand farm experience to viewers live from small organic family farms, coast to coast, all day long. Anyone...
Revolutionizing Farming: UF/IFAS Researchers Create AI-Driven Weed Sprayer To Protect Tomatoes And Peppers
Written by: Brad Buck Brad is a senior public relations specialist for UF/IFAS Communications. A huge Gator fan, Brad grew up in Gainesville, loves movies, sports and finding great stories to tell.First, University of Florida scientists developed technology to kill weeds, instead of strawberries....