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Weekly Harvest, December 31, 2013

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Sustainable Agriculture News Briefs - December 31, 2013

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  • USDA Introduces Web Resource Center for Organic Agriculture
  • SFA Adjust 2015 Project Releases Preliminary Findings on Farming Expectations, Challenges
  • Iowa Learning Farms Launches New Cover Crop Calculator Tool
  • 2014 Culinary Forecast Highlights Local Foods
  • ATTRA Can Help with CSP Applications
  • Public Meetings Allow Montana Citizens to Help Streamline State Food Regulations

Funding Opportunities

  • Iowa Watershed Improvement Grants
  • MOFGA Organic Farmer Loan Fund
  • Indiana Livestock Market Development Grant

Coming Events

  • Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association Conference
  • SARE National Conference on Cover Crops and Soil Health
  • Georgia Organics Conference & Expo

News & Resources

USDA Introduces Web Resource Center for Organic Agriculture
USDA has introduced a centralized Web resource center for all the department's programs, services, and data that support organic agriculture. The Web resource can help producers learn about improved organic insurance, view organic commodity price reports and other economic data, and identify markets for their products. In addition, producers can access credit and cost-sharing assistance.

SFA Adjust 2015 Project Releases Preliminary Findings on Farming Expectations, Challenges
The Sustainable Farming Association (SFA) has released preliminary data from the Adjust 2015 Project. The project has surveyed more than 125 Upper Midwest farmers regarding their preparations for farming, their initial success in farming, and what adjustments they needed to make in order to continue farming. Initial survey results indicate there are significant differences between the livelihoods people expect farming will be able to provide and what it actually does provide. The results emphasize the importance of flexibility and foresight in farm planning. SFA is actively pursuing more survey participants.

Iowa Learning Farms Launches New Cover Crop Calculator Tool
To help farmers in their decision-making, Iowa Learning Farms has launched a new tool to help calculate and compare the costs of using cover crops, including seed, application, and chemical termination. The calculator can be used for a single cover crop species or mixtures of up to six species. It is available as an Excel file.

2014 Culinary Forecast Highlights Local Foods
The National Restaurant Association's annual culinary forecast predicts menu trends for the coming year. For 2014, the NRA surveyed nearly 1,300 professional chefs to find out what the hottest menu trends will be. Among the top 10 trends are locally sourced meats and seafood, locally grown produce, environmental sustainability, hyper-local sourcing (like restaurant gardens), and farm- or estate-branded items.

ATTRA Can Help with CSP Applications
Farmers who want to sign up for the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service's Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) in fiscal year 2014 have only a short time to get their applications in. NRCS announced that the deadline for completing the initial application form for consideration in 2014 is January 17. Farmers who need assistance with their applications can call the ATTRA sustainable agriculture helpline at 800-346-9140 or email questions.

Public Meetings Allow Montana Citizens to Help Streamline State Food Regulations
Three Montana state agencies and a group of citizen stakeholders have begun a public process of reviewing the state's food laws and rules for inconsistencies and inefficiencies. The Montana Departments of Agriculture, Public Health and Human Services, and Livestock will hold public meetings in January to receive public comment on experience with application of the state's food laws and rules.

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Funding Opportunities

Iowa Watershed Improvement Grants
Soil and water conservation districts, public water supply utilities, counties, county conservation boards, and cities in Iowa are eligible to apply for watershed improvement grants. Approximately $1 million is available for this funding round.
Applications are due by February 28, 2014.

MOFGA Organic Farmer Loan Fund
The Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association's Organic Farmer Loan Fund helps organic farmers who are working on establishing a credit history for their farms. Loans of $5,000 to $20,000 will be available to MOFGA-certified organic farmers, farmers transitioning to organic production, and current participants and graduates of MOFGA's Journeyperson Program.
Applications are due by March 1, 2014.

Indiana Livestock Market Development Grant
Indiana State Department of Agriculture is accepting project proposals for its Livestock Market Development Grant. Proposed activities under the grant can include value-added feasibility studies, research projects, market development, or other projects that encourage the development of business and industry related to livestock production, processing, and distribution.
Applications are due by February 1, 2014.

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Coming Events

Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association Conference
February 14-16, 2014
Granville, Ohio

"Affirming Our Roots, Breaking New Ground," features keynote speakers Atina Diffley and Kathleen Merrigan. There will be pre-conference workshops, an NCR-SARE Farmers Forum, and workshop tracks on specialty and field crops, business, heritage breeds, urban agriculture, and homesteading.

SARE National Conference on Cover Crops and Soil Health
February 18, 2014
Omaha, Nebraska, and locations nationwide

Attend a free live broadcast of the SARE National Conference on Cover Crops and Soil Health at one of nearly 200 forums to be hosted nationwide by USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and Cooperative Extension offices. Each forum will feature a live-streamed video broadcast of the opening sessions of the national conference in Omaha. Following the broadcast, discuss locally how cover cropping can build soil health, improve yields, curb erosion, manage pests, and build resilience into your farming system.

Georgia Organics Conference & Expo
February 21-22, 2014
Jekyll Island, Georgia

"Green Acres: Saving the Planet One Bite at a Time" will feature education sessions, workshops, farm tours, and keynote speaker Ken Cook. Session tracks include basic and advanced farming, technology and business for farmers, farm to school, and more.

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December 2013 Citruslines and Fruit Crop Update

Greetings,

 

I have attached the December 2013 Citruslines and Fruit Crops Update.

 

Thank you,

 

Gary K. England

Multi-County Extension Agent III – Fruit Crops

Lake County Extension

1951 Woodlea Road

Tavares, FL 32778

(352) 343-4101 Ext. 2729

(352) 343-2767 Fax

gke@ufl.edu

 

 

FW: ag Information

The Office of Agricultural Water Policy at the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has begun a twice-yearly newsletter with informational items on water quality, water conservation, and water supply issues as they pertain to agriculture in the state.  They have asked us to share with you the most recent newsletter (attached).  If you would like to receive future newsletters directly by e-mail, please send your request to:  AgBMPHelp@FreshFromFlorida.com

 

Terry J. Hansen, P.G.

Environmental Consultant

Florida Department of Environmental Protection

2600 Blair Stone Road, MS 3565

Tallahassee, FL  32399-2400

(850) 245-8561 or SunCom 205-8561

(850) 245-8434 or SunCom 205-8434 FAX

terry.hansen@dep.state.fl.us

 

Please take a few minutes to share your comments on the service you received from the Department by clicking on this link. DEP Customer Survey.

Green Infrastructure

In support of Rob Northrops Green Infrastructure program in January (see previous emails)

 

Green Infrastructure Technical Assistance Program
Communities across the country are interested in implementing green infrastructure to protect water quality, provide ecosystem services, increase resiliency to climate change, create economic opportunities, and support a high quality of life. EPA is offering direct assistance to communities interested in implementing green infrastructure. This technical assistance will serve both to advance the adoption of green infrastructure programs in selected communities and to develop knowledge and tools that can be transferred to other communities and to a national audience.

The value of the EPA assistance available in 2014 is approximately $400,000. EPA plans to select five to seven communities that will each receive approximately $60,000 in technical assistance via direct contractor support.
Deadline for Applications: January 24, 2014

 

 

Charlie Vavrina, PhD

Professor & District Extension Director

UF/IFAS

239-290-0436 (cell)

Extension, your gateway to the University of Florida

 

7th Annual Eco-Nomic Living Expo

Please reserve the date...

 

7th Annual Eco-Nomic Living Expo

Saturday February 1, 2014

 

Featured speakers:

Dr. Mark Hostetler, Tom MacCubbin and Chef David Bearl

Topic highlights:

Gardening "Off the Grid"

Cooking with Cool Season Crops

Local Food Systems in Central Florida

Edible & Biodiverse Landscapes

Tradeshow & Garden Tours

 

Free and open to the public. 

For more information see the attached program flyer or visit our website:

 

Regards,

Richard Tyson, PhD

Orange County Extension Director

6021 S. Conway Rd

Orlando, FL  32812-3604

407-254-9201

New issue of AQUAPHYTE from the Center for Aquatic & Invasive Plants (UF-IFAS)

AQUAPHYTE is the newsletter of the University of Florida/IFAS Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants. The 2013 issue is now available both on our website and via the attached PDF file.  Inside the 16-page newsletter, you’ll find:

 

At the Center 2012 – 2013 by Acting Director, Dr. William T. Haller

News from APIRS* by Coordinator, Karen Brown

News from the Information Office by Coordinator, Karen Brown

Florida Invasive Plant Education Initiative & Curriculum by Coordinator, Katie Walters

Production of Eelgrass Sod for Use in Lake Restoration Projects by UF/IFAS Assistant Professor, Dr. Lyn Gettys

From the Database – a small sample of recent additions to the Aquatic Plant Information Retrieval System (APIRS) database

Mary’s Picks – Items of special interest from APIRS reader/cataloger, Mary Langeland, including books, dissertations, theses, handbooks and more.

 

*APIRS = the Aquatic Plant Information Retrieval System – a searchable bibliographic database of annotated citations to the aquatic, wetland, and invasive plant literature now numbering over 86,000 entries.

 

Previous issues of AQUAPHYTE are also available on our website as PDF files.

 

AQUAPHYTE is produced with support from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Invasive Plant Management Section.

 

Best wishes,

Karen

Karen Brown
University of Florida - IFAS - Center for Aquatic & Invasive Plants
7922 NW 71st Street | Gainesville FL   32653
352-273-3667 | kpbrown@ufl.edu | http://plants.ifas.ufl.edu
APIRS Online database: http://plants.ifas.ufl.edu/APIRS

New! Plant Management in Florida Waters

 

 

ARS Newslink

ARS News Service
USDA Agricultural Research Service
December 20, 2013
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Targeting swine diseases:
USDA scientists are stepping up their efforts to help fight deadly swine viruses that are prevalent in other countries and pose a threat to the United States. (12/16) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2013/131216.htm

Roasted-peanut allergens eyed:
USDA scientists and colleagues have shed light on the molecular differences between raw and heat-treated nuts in terms of their inherent peptides that trigger a human allergic reaction. The study has helped to account in part for the increased allergenic properties observed in roasted peanuts. (12/17) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2013/131217.htm

Protecting soy oil used for frying:
Soy oil makes up an estimated 70 to 80 percent of all cooking oil used commercially in the United States. Now, USDA scientists are determining how to better protect soy oil's good-for-you polyunsaturated fats from the oxidation that can occur at the high temperatures typically used for frying. (12/19) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2013/131219.htm
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Aquatics Spray Technician Position

Please address replies to anichols@hornerenvironmental.com

 

From: Ashley Nichols [mailto:anichols@hornerenvironmental.com]
Sent: Friday, December 20, 2013 10:17 AM

Aquatics Spray Technician

 

Horner Environmental Professionals, Inc. an environmental consulting firm in Lutz, Florida is looking to fill a field position. Tasks will include: maintaining ponds, lakes, mitigation areas and stormwater systems. Maintenance typically includes the control of nuisance/exotic plant species through the application of herbicides. The position will also include assisting senior staff with a variety of environmental field tasks as necessary.

 

Qualifications/Requirements:

1.      Be able to work outdoors in Florida environments

2.      Have a FL Driver’s License and a clean driving record

3.      Be able to work independently or as part of a team

4.      Pesticide/Herbicide Applicators License with aquatics endorsement a plus

5.      Operate/maintain field equipment including boats, sprayers and vehicles.

Please email resumes to office@hornerenvironmental.com

 

Sincerely,

 

Ashley Nichols

Project Manager

Horner Environmental Professionals, Inc.

4252 Hay Road

Lutz, Florida 33559

Phone: 813.907.9500

Cell: 813.695.3806

 

 

New Program Development publications, November 2013

This month in program development: strategies for encouraging changes in behavior, planning programs with repackaging and individual contacts, and more from The Savvy Survey Series. 

 

 


Program Development

Improving Behavioral Outcomes in Extension Using the Tools of Community-Based Social Marketing (CBSM)

There is increasing evidence that, with the right approach, people can be encouraged to change. From recycling, composting, and picking up pet waste to saving water, the public is adopting new behaviors and giving up old ones. The tools to do this can be found in Community Based Social Marketing (CBSM). This 6-page fact sheet was written by Paul Monaghan and Martha Monroe, and published by the UF Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, September 2013.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/wc149

 

Incorporating Individual Teachings (aka Individual Contact Teaching Methods) into a Sustainable Landscaping Extension Plan of Work and Report of Accomplishment

Many horticultural Extension professionals conduct numerous consulting phone calls, send e-mails, visit offices, conduct research, and visit landscapes to solve horticultural problems and concerns. Although many Extension faculty members are initially unaware that they are educating clients when providing these services, these activities shouldbe considered major educational methods. The activities should also be planned by Extension faculty and reported in an Extension plan of work and in their annual report of accomplishments. When planned thoughtfully, communicated clearly, and evaluated appropriately, these methods of individual contact teaching can become a substantial part of an Extension program. This 4-page fact sheet was written by Laura Sanagorski, and published by the UF Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, November 2013.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/wc157

 

Repackaging as a Strategy to Increase Efficiency in Extension Programs

Repackaging is a way to reuse the research and writing one has done on a particular topic by formatting it in multiple formats for several audiences. It can be used as a strategy to reach a greater variety of audiences with fewer resources. This 3-page fact sheet was written by Laura A. Sanagorski, and published by the UF Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, October 2013.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/wc155

 

The Savvy Survey #2: Using Surveys in Everyday Extension Programming

This second publication in the Savvy Survey Series provides Extension faculty with additional information about using surveys in their everyday Extension programming. The publication suggests how surveys can be used in needs and assets assessments to inform program development, as formative and summative evaluations to support program improvement, and as customer service tools to capture satisfaction within programming efforts. This publication also introduces the concept of using logic models to guide questionnaire development, while also discussing general data types (demographics, factual information, attitudes and opinions, behaviors and events). This 5-page fact sheet was written by Glenn D. Israel and Jessica L. Gouldthorpe, and published by the UF Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, October 2013.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/pd062

 

Using Audience Commitment to Increase Behavior Changes in Sustainable Landscaping

Participants in an Extension rain barrel workshop who said they would inspect their irrigation systems might begin to see themselves as people who use water wisely. Their perception of themselves as conservationists is strengthened with each new action. That makes them more likely to agree to an action that leads to an even bigger water savings. Research has shown that commitments can increase the percentage of people who will adopt a new behavior and give up an old one. This 4-page fact sheet was written by Laura A. Sanagorski and Paul Monaghan, and published by the UF Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, September 2013.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/wc154

 

 

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New Lawn and Garden publications, November 2013

New this month for Lawn and Garden:

Lawns and landscapes: alternatives to invasives for South Florida, Spanish moss, Queen and Mexican fan palm trees, using reclaimed water

Edible gardening: growing hops, how to wash your fruits and vegetables & seed sources

 

Lawn and Garden

Alternatives to Invasive Plants Commonly Found in South Florida Landscapes

Based on years of UF/IFAS research producing and trialing cultivars, this 5-page fact sheet lists native and non-invasive, non-native ornamentals as alternatives to invasive plants commonly used in Florida landscapes. Only plants considered to be generally available in the nursery trade are listed. Alternative plants are similar to respective invasive plants as much as possible in terms of size, habit, texture, and flower color. Written by Gary W. Knox, Sandra B. Wilson, Zhanao Deng, and Rosanna Freyre, and published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, September 2013.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep483

Florida Edible Garden Plants: Hops (Humulus lupulus)

Hops are perennial, herbaceous climbing plants commonly cultivated for their strobiles or cones (Figure 1). The cones are often used for flavoring and aroma in food, tea, and beer (Burgess 1964). Hops can make a unique addition to a home garden or landscape. It grows rapidly in the early spring to late summer. Plants reach a mature height of 18–25 feet in one year and produce cones from mid-summer to early fall. This 2-page fact sheet was written by Brian J. Pearson, and published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, October 2013.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep488

Home Gardening Food Safety: Washing the Fruits (and Vegetables) of Your Labor Properly

Having a home garden has become popular recently. It is a great way to enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables—foods that are an important part of a healthy diet. However, just because you have your own garden and control how it is treated does not make the fruits and vegetables you grow safer than those you buy in the store. To reduce the chance of getting sick from foodborne illnesses, you must wash the fruits and vegetables you grow before eating them raw or cooked. This publication helps you learn the proper way to clean your fruits and vegetables so you can enjoy them safely. This 4-page fact sheet was written by Eshani Persaud, Amy Simonne, and Karla P. Shelnutt, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, November 2013.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1401

Seed Sources for Florida Home-grown Vegetables

The right vegetable varieties can make a big difference in the success of a home vegetable garden. Although a huge selection of seeds and transplants are available through garden centers, seed catalogs, and the internet, choosing what to buy can be confusing. Some of the best varieties for Florida gardens and seed suppliers that currently sell them are listed in this 6-page fact sheet written by Ed Thralls, Sydney Park Brown, and Ed Paulson, and published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, November 2013.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep486

Spanish Moss, Ball Moss, and Lichens – Harmless Epiphytes

Epiphytes are “air” plants that survive on moisture and nutrients in the atmosphere. Several epiphytic plants, like Spanish moss, ball moss, and lichen, are common to the Florida landscape and southeast United States. People unfamiliar with epiphytes sometimes worry that they may cause injuries to the plants they perch in. Epiphytes do attach themselves to plants, but they do not harm the plants, unlike mistletoe, a plant parasite. Without soil as a source of nutrients, epiphytic plants have evolved the capacity to obtain minerals dissolved in water that flows across leaves and down branches. This 3-page fact sheet was written by Joe Sewards and Sydney Park Brown, and published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, September 2013.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep485

Spanish Moss, Ball Moss, and Lichens – Harmless Epiphytes

Epiphytes are “air” plants that survive on moisture and nutrients in the atmosphere. Several epiphytic plants, like Spanish moss, ball moss, and lichen, are common to the Florida landscape and southeast United States. People unfamiliar with epiphytes sometimes worry that they may cause injuries to the plants they perch in. Epiphytes do attach themselves to plants, but they do not harm the plants, unlike mistletoe, a plant parasite. Without soil as a source of nutrients, epiphytic plants have evolved the capacity to obtain minerals dissolved in water that flows across leaves and down branches. This 3-page fact sheet was written by Joe Sewards and Sydney Park Brown, and published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, September 2013.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep485

Syagrus romanzoffiana: Queen Palm

The queen palm is a popular feather-leaved palm with graceful arching leaves. It is one of the hardiest of the tropical-looking palms, being suitable for planting in USDA plant hardiness zone 9B (>25°F). Queen palms are considered to be moderately tolerant of salt spray. This 5-page fact sheet was written by Timothy K. Broschat, and published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, October 2013.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/st609

Using Reclaimed Water to Irrigate Turfgrass: Lessons Learned from Research with Phosphorus

Municipal wastes are treated at a wastewater treatment facility to produce biosolids and reclaimed water. Reclaimed water treated by filtration and chlorination is safe to use for designated purposes, such as residential landscape irrigation. Florida began using reclaimed water in 1966, and it is a leading state for using reclaimed water. Approximately 660 million gallons of reclaimed water are used every day in Florida, and the state encourages using reclaimed water as an alternative water source to reduce the pressure on potable water supplies. This 3-page fact sheet summarizes the results of a recent research project and provides research-based information for improving nutrient and water management with reclaimed water irrigation of turfgrass. Written by George Hochmuth, Jinghua Fan, Jason Kruse, and Jerry Sartain, and published by the UF Department of Soil and Water Science, October 2013.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ss592

Using Reclaimed Water to Irrigate Turfgrass: Lessons Learned from Research with Nitrogen

Municipal wastes are treated at a wastewater treatment facility to produce biosolids and reclaimed water. Reclaimed water treated by filtration and chlorination is safe to use for designated purposes, such as residential landscape irrigation. Florida began using reclaimed water in 1966, and it is a leading state for using reclaimed water. Approximately 660 million gallons of reclaimed water are used every day in Florida, and the state encourages using reclaimed water as an alternative water source to reduce the pressure on potable water supplies. This 5-page fact sheet summarizes the results of a recent research project and provides research-based information for improving nutrient and water management with reclaimed water irrigation of turfgrass. Written by George Hochmuth, Jinghua Fan, Jason Kruse, and Jerry Sartain, and published by the UF Department of Soil and Water Science, October 2013.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ss591

 

Washingtonia robusta: Mexican Fan Palm

The Mexican fan palm is a fast-growing species that can reach heights of 70 to 100 feet, making it too tall for typical residential landscapes. It is native to northern Mexico but grows well in Florida, being hardy down to about 20°F or USDA hardiness zone 9A. Mexican fan palms grow well in a wide range of soils in Florida, but do require good drainage. Though considered a desert palm, it is native to areas having permanent surface or subsurface water and thus is not as drought tolerant as might be expected. This 5-page fact sheet was written by Timothy K. Broschat, and published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, February 2013.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/st670

 

 

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