UF Experts Say Fear Unwarranted But Treat Malathion With Respect
GAINESVILLE—Is the pesticide malathion dangerous or safe?
Agriculture Archive
Breakthrough Research On Ocean Algae Could Lead To Freeze- And Drought-Resistant Crops, Says UF/IFAS Scientist
GAINESVILLE—A University of Florida professor reports finding “the missing link” in how tiny ocean algae produce a chemical substance that influences cloud formation in the atmosphere. The breakthrough research could help explain global climate changes and make it possible to develop agricultural crops that resist freeze, drought and salt water damage.
North Dakota Extension Turns To UF Psychologists For Support
GAINESVILLE—Extension agents in North Dakota — long trusted advisers for crop, business and home advice — now find flood victims turning to them for help with the stress of recovery.
North Florida Pine Woods Fall Victim To Southern Pine Beetle
GAINESVILLE—A tree-killing beetle has invaded the Ocala National Forest, and by the time its work is done the face of the forest could be drastically changed, say entomologists with the University of Florida and the state Division of Forestry.
UF Researcher: There In Help — But Little Hope — For Deforested Tropics
GAINESVILLE —The natural recovery of tropical forests leveled for agricultural use will be slow, but humans can encourage natural forest growth with such things as tree plantations, says a University of Florida researcher.