Using Insects for Pest Control Workshop

Using Insects for Pest Control

Aug. 10, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at NRCS Brooksville Plant Material Center, 14119 Broad Street, Brooksville, FL. 34601. Pre-register for $45 by Aug. 1 at http://tinyurl.com/y9s4ngno

Hosted by by Xerces Society, SARE and USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service.

 

 

 

Renee Bodine

NRCS

Public Affairs Florida

Desk 352.338.9565

Cell 352.514.8292

 

Event calendars: Lake, Sumter County Working Group Seeks Input for NRCS Programs

Lake, Sumter County Working Group Seeks Input for NRCS Programs
Give your input for USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service programs Aug. 23, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., UFL Extension Service- Ag Center 1951 Woodlea Rd Tavares, FL 32778. Local Ag producers, livestock managers, agencies, and others with interest in conservation are invited. Contact: Suzy Daubert at 352-742-7005 x3

 

 

Renee Bodine

NRCS

Public Affairs Florida

Desk 352.338.9565

Cell 352.514.8292

 

August Fruit Update

Central Florida Fruit Production News View this email in your browser   Grapefruit Rootstock Survey The Indian River Citrus League is interested in locating grapefruit groves planted on rootstocks other than sour orange or Swingle citrumelo to make observations on tree performance and response to HLB.  Evaluations are needed to aid growers in assessing whether other rootstock[s] may be suited for planting in the Indian River area and elsewhere.  Currently, both sour orange and Swingle citrumelo are performing less than desired and alternative rootstocks need to be evaluated to enhance productivity for future plantings. If you have grapefruit blocks grown on other than sour orange or Swingle citrumelo rootstock that you would be willing to share information on, please contact any of the citrus extension agents (Steve Futch, Laurie Hurner, Garima Kakkar, Chris Oswalt, Juanita Popenoe, or Mongi Zekri).   Pile Burn Class I will not be having a Pile Burn class in Tavares this year, but the Florida Forest Service and UF/IFAS Extension Sumter County will be conducting a Certified Pile Burner's Course on Wednesday, September 27, 2017 from 8:30am to 5:00pm at the West Central Florida Agriculture Center in Bushnell, Fl (Sumter County Fairgrounds).  This course will allow a landowner to burn piles legally, safely and efficiently.  When the weather is dry, certified pile burners will receive priority for authorization to burn.  In addition, certified pile burners can burn up to two hours longer per day and get multiple authorizations. The cost of the class is $50 and includes lunch, materials and exam.  Please register early; this class usually is to capacity by mid-August.  All attendees must pre-register by September 15, 2017 in order to reserve your spot.  To register call DarLinda Duteau of the UF/IFAS Extension Sumter County Office at 352-569-6865.   Citrus Production Guide   The new 2017-18 Florida Citrus Production Guide is now available. Stop by the office or call to get your copy. We will also be handing them out at the Citrus Expo and they are available online.   Upcoming Programs: September 28: Fruit Grower Day. Blueberries in the morning, citrus in the afternoon. Lunch sponsored by Florida Citrus Mutual. Details and online registration. October 27: Farm Safety Day. 8:00 a.m. - noon. UF/IFAS Lake County Extension Center. Worker protection standards (WPS) annual training for workers and handlers in Spanish and English, transporting ag equipment safely, fire extinguisher safety, heat related illness. Certificate of attendance and lunch provided. Details and online registration. November 14: Produce Safety Training. 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. UF/IFAS Lake County Extension Center. For: fruit and vegetable growers and others interested in learning about produce safety, the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule, Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs), and co-management of natural resources and food safety. The PSA Grower Training Course is one way to satisfy the FSMA Produce Safety Rule requirement. On-line registration. Flyer. Flyer with details of other food safety training programs. November 15: Winter Weather School. FAWN, climate outlook and forecast, ctritical temperatures and monitoring farm conditions. Details and online registration.         Copyright © 2017 UF/IFAS Extension Lake County, All rights reserved. My mailing address is: jpopenoe@ufl.edu lake.ifas.ufl.edu Want to change how you receive these emails?

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Early bird closes Jul 31 - Best Practices at farmers markets and produce stand (Aug 8, 2017 - Sarasota, FL)

Register now for the  “Best Practices at Farmers Markets and Farm Produce Stand” on Aug 8, 2017 in Sarasota!! The flyer for the event including tentative agenda is attached to this email.

 

Early bird registration for this workshop will end on Jul 31.

 

You can find details or register through Eventbrite site:

Best Practices at Farmers Markets and Farm Produce Stand: https://uf-ifas-farmersmarket.eventbrite.com  

 

Feel free to let me know if you have any question.

 

Thank you so much for your help and your support.

 

Soo

 

Soohyoun (Soo) Ahn, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor & Extension Specialist in Food Safety and Entrepreneurship

Food Science and Human Nutrition Department

Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS)

University of Florida

PO BOX 110370

Gainesville, FL 32611-0370

(352) 294-3909

sahn82@ufl.edu

 

BMP Newsletter - Summer 2017

The 2017 BMP Summer Newsletter can be found here:  http://bmp.ifas.ufl.edu/docs/newsletters/BMP_Newsletter_Summer_2017.pdf

It is also attached here for your convenience.

 

Older newsletters can be found on our BMP website.

http://bmp.ifas.ufl.edu/about/news_updates.php

 

Please feel free to contact me if you have question or concerns.

 

Thanks,

Mickey

http://bmp.ifas.ufl.edu/

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Chlorine Dioxide Pouches Can Make Produce Safer and Reduce Spoilage

A small plastic pouch, half the size of a credit card, could soon make the nation's produce safer by killing off pathogens that make people sick. (7/17)

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Weekly Harvest, July 26, 2017

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Weekly Harvest Newsletter Sustainable Agriculture News Briefs - July 26, 2017 Weekly sustainable agriculture news and resources gleaned from the Internet by NCAT staff for the ATTRA Sustainable Agriculture website. The Weekly Harvest Newsletter is also available online. News & Resources Health Insurance Costs Threaten Farm Viability NOSB Schedules Web Conference on Hydroponics in Organics Texas A&M AgriLife Developing Organic Rice Best Practices Cornell Project Evaluates Organic Grains for the Northeast Proposals Sought for Black Farmers & Urban Gardeners Conference New York Supports Industrial Hemp Industry Development Funding Opportunities Minnesota Value Added Grants FACT Workshop Scholarships for Livestock & Poultry Farmers Western North Carolina Agricultural Options Coming Events Adding Organic to Large-Scale Farms Rotational Grazing Clinic Organic Variety Trials Field Day News & Resources Health Insurance Costs Threaten Farm Viability A study by the University of Vermont and the University of Chicago revealed that lack of access to affordable health insurance is one of the most significant concerns facing American farmers. Health-related costs are a cross-sector risk for agriculture, tied to farm risk management, productivity, health, retirement, the need for off-farm income, and land access for young and beginning farmers. NOSB Schedules Web Conference on Hydroponics in Organics The National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) will meet via conference on August 14, 2017, from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Eastern to discuss hydroponics in organic food production. The public is invited to listen to the NOSB discuss the development of a proposal on hydroponics. The NOSB will not be voting on a recommendation during this conference. Texas A&M AgriLife Developing Organic Rice Best Practice Rice scientists at the Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center-Beaumont are involved in a three-year, multi-state, $1 million project exploring which rice varieties will yield best in an environment with no chemical treatments against diseases, weeds, or insects. The research team is evaluating different rice varieties, seeding rates, flood timing, and nitrogen-addition options, and sharing their results with growers. Related ATTRA Publication: Organic Rice Production Cornell Project Evaluates Organic Grains for the Northeast Value-Added Grains for Local and Regional Food Systems, a project led by Cornell University, is evaluating which modern, ancient, and heritage wheat varieties are most adapted for Northeastern and north-central climates under organic conditions. The project is also exploring best practices for processing and identifying marketing channels. The project also evaluated various varieties for how they perform for various applications in cooking and baking. Proposals Sought for Black Farmers & Urban Gardeners Conference Black Urban Growers is accepting presentation/workshop proposals for the Black Farmers & Urban Gardeners Conference to be held in Atlanta, Georgia, November 10-12, 2017. "Rooted and Rising: Black Southern Land Legacies of Resistance & Resilience" is the theme. Proposals must be completed online or postmarked by August 1, 2017. New York Supports Industrial Hemp Industry Development New York legislation solidified the status of industrial hemp as an agricultural commodity and created an industrial hemp working group to advise the State on research and policies. It also created a one-stop-shop website to help producers and processors better understand State and Federal regulations and requirements. In addition, up to $10 million will be available through two initiatives to advance industrial hemp research and economic development opportunities for industrial hemp businesses. >>More Breaking News Back to top Funding Opportunities Minnesota Value Added Grants This program seeks to increase sales of Minnesota agricultural products by diversifying markets and increasing market access and food safety of value-added products. Businesses may apply for funding to purchase equipment or make physical improvements. Applications that have a meat-processing or marketing component, or address a food-safety plan, will receive priority. Grant funds reimburse up to 25% of the total project cost with a maximum award of $200,000. Applications must be received by September 20, 2017. FACT Workshop Scholarships for Livestock & Poultry Farmers FACT will award scholarships of up to $100 to livestock and poultry farmers to cover the cost of farm tours, field days, workshops, conferences, or any other training related to humane farming techniques. Any workshop, field day, conference, or training in the continental United States that covers humane animal husbandry practices is eligible. Scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Western North Carolina Agricultural Options WNC Agricultural Options is accepting grant applications for $3,000 or $6,000 from farmers diversifying or expanding their businesses. Applicants should contact their Cooperative Extension Agents to discuss their projects. The program offers grants for farms in numerous counties of Western North Carolina. Applications must be received by November 14, 2017. >>More Funding Opportunities Back to top Coming Events Adding Organic to Large-Scale Farms August 24, 2017 Grand Marsh, Wisconsin This day-long event visits 3,200-acre Wallendal Farms, which is in the process of transitioning one third of its crop ground to organic production, adding additional complexity, diversity, and resilience to its operation. Rotational Grazing Clinic August 25-26, 2017 Kingston, New York This hands-on clinic from Cornell Cooperative Extension will provide you with the practical skills to implement a rotational grazing system on your property. The event includes a classroom session and a farm visit. Organic Variety Trials Field Day August 24, 2017 Verona, Wisconsin University of Wisconsin West Madison Agricultural Research Station offers an afternoon opportunity to see the beautiful vegetable trials, season-extending technology, and cover crops under a certified organic system. >>More Events Back to top Subscribe to the Weekly Harvest Comments? Questions? Contact us Weekly Harvest Archives Digital versions of recent and archived Weekly Harvest newsletters are available online. ATTRA was developed and is managed by the National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT). The program is funded through a cooperative agreement with the United States Department of Agriculture's Rural Business-Cooperative Service. Visit the NCAT website for more information on our other sustainable agriculture and energy projects. © 2017 NCAT Back to top	New ATTRA Video Farm-Based Food Safety Video Series Question of the Week How long does it take the foot rot organism to leave the ground? Ask an Agriculture Expert Submit questions to our professional staff online or by calling 1-800-346-9140 FAMACHA and Integrated Parasite Management August 5, 2017 Whitehall, Montana Register now! ATTRA Spanish Newsletter Subscribe to Cosecha Mensual (Monthly Harvest), ATTRA's Spanish-language e-newsletter ATTRA is on Facebook! We feature breaking news on sustainable agriculture topics several times a week. Add us to your Facebook friends list today!

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Employment opportunities

We are currently looking for an Aquatic Spray Technician for our Ft. Myers and West Palm Beach locations.  If you love to work outdoors on your own, then you should be interested in this position (see attached for details and application instructions).  A successful applicant will be a self-motivated individual, but also a team player.  The technician will be required to work from Monday-Friday.  We provide our technicians with Kawasaki Mules with spray systems, Carolina Skiffs with spray systems, backpack sprayers, and training in weed identification, spray techniques, chemical mixing techniques and safety standards. Occasionally we use other specialized equipment, such as air boats and Weedoo boats.  We also provide our technicians with a recent, 4 wheel drive vehicle, telephones, uniform shirts and company benefits.  Company benefits include health insurance coverage, a matching 401(k) plan, paid holidays, sick days and vacation days.  Dental plans are also available. 

 

Bill Kurth, Vice President of Operations

Lake Masters Aquatic Weed Control LLC

 

bill.kurth@lakemasters.com

239-707 4899  Cell

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Weekly Harvest, July 19, 2017

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Weekly Harvest Newsletter Sustainable Agriculture News Briefs - July 19, 2017 Weekly sustainable agriculture news and resources gleaned from the Internet by NCAT staff for the ATTRA Sustainable Agriculture website. The Weekly Harvest Newsletter is also available online. News & Resources New Land Access Training Program to Help Beginning Farmers Is a 'Regenerative Agriculture' Label on the Horizon? MIT Study Predicts Severe Crop-Yield Reductions in Hotspots that Face Irrigation Loss Costs of Unsold Vermont Crops Calculated in New Report Self-Imposed Fees Help Farmers Cut Groundwater Use FoodSearcher Tool Highlights Value-Added Businesses Funding Opportunities Western SARE Professional Development Program Colorado RCPP Agricultural Energy Efficiency Assistance New York Great Lakes Basin Small Grants Program Coming Events Federation of Southern Cooperatives 50th Anniversary Rotationally Raised: Making Small Grains Work Dry Farming Collaborative Field Days News & Resources New Land Access Training Program to Help Beginning Farmers American Farmland Trust (AFT) has announced that 24 Land Access Trainers will help beginning farmers and ranchers secure agricultural land as part of a nationwide, four-year project. Through a competitive process, AFT selected experienced agricultural educators and service providers from across the country to serve as the inaugural class of trainers. They will help develop and deliver comprehensive land access curriculum. Is a 'Regenerative Agriculture' Label on the Horizon? Civil Eats reports that numerous proponents of regenerative agriculture are calling for development of standards and a label that would identify products raised with regenerative practices. Supporters view the concept as separate from the provisions of organic certification, but some worry that adding an additional label could lead to consumer confusion. Even so, some industry observers predict that one or more regenerative labels will be developed in the near future. Related ATTRA Publication: Agriculture, Climate Change and Carbon Sequestration MIT Study Predicts Severe Crop-Yield Reductions in Hotspots that Face Irrigation Loss A study from MIT found that climate change's impact on irrigation will cause some parts of the country to experience severe reductions in crop yield by 2050. In particular, the Southwest is projected to have less precipitation and reduced runoff to use for irrigation. This would cause cotton yield in southern Arizona to drop to less than 10% of yield under optimal conditions. This study is one of the first to look at how changes in climate would affect irrigation-water availability. Costs of Unsold Vermont Crops Calculated in New Report Salvation Farms reported in Morning Ag Clips on research by students at the University of Vermont that found 140 million gallons of water and upwards of $20,500 worth of fuel are used per year to grow crops that never make it to people. The research results appear in the report An Analysis of the Environmental Impact of Food Loss on Farms in Vermont. Self-Imposed Fees Help Farmers Cut Groundwater Use A University of Colorado Boulder-led study suggests that self-imposed well-pumping fees can play an important role in helping farmers conserve groundwater. In Colorado's San Luis Valley, about 700 farmers voted to self-impose a fee on groundwater. As a result, farmers slashed use by a third, planted less-thirsty crops, and watered more efficiently. FoodSearcher Tool Highlights Value-Added Businesses Agricultural Marketing Resource Center and MarketMaker have introduced the FoodSearcher Tool, an interactive map that highlights MarketMaker registered businesses producing specific agricultural products. The map encompasses the nation and includes producers of livestock, fruit, and vegetables. Viewers can use the map to find producers in their own areas. >>More Breaking News Back to top Funding Opportunities Western SARE Professional Development Program Western SARE Professional Development Program Grants help Cooperative Extension, NRCS, and other agricultural professionals in the Western Region increase their understanding of and proficiency in sustainable agriculture. Projects must improve the ability of agricultural professionals to conduct educational programs and activities in sustainable agriculture principles and systems and to respond to inquiries on the subject from farmers, ranchers, and the public. Funding is capped at $75,000 per project. Applications are due by November 1, 2017. Colorado RCPP Agricultural Energy Efficiency Assistance The Colorado Energy Office (CEO), in partnership with the Colorado Department of Agriculture and the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, is releasing $500,000 in project-assistance funds through the USDA Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). The funding is available to Colorado agricultural irrigators, dairies, greenhouses, nurseries, and cold-storage facilities. Applicants must be enrolled in the Colorado Agricultural Energy Efficiency Program and complete an energy audit to receive funding for projects. The funds will help finance energy- and water-saving projects identified through CEO's program. The deadline to apply is July 21, 2017. New York Great Lakes Basin Small Grants Program New York Sea Grant and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation have announced the availability of grants up to $25,000 for Great Lakes resilience projects. Eligible projects must use a complete ecosystem-based approach, incorporate stakeholder participation, and address key priorities in the New York Great Lakes Action Agenda to enhance community resiliency and ecosystem integrity through restoration, protection, and improved resource management. Proposals must be submitted by September 22, 2017. >>More Funding Opportunities Back to top Coming Events Federation of Southern Cooperatives 50th Anniversary August 17-19, 2017 Birmingham and Epes, Alabama This event includes the Estelle Witherspoon Award Dinner and the 50th Annual Meeting. The meeting features agricultural exhibits, keynote speakers, USDA panels, and workshops on cooperatives, agroforestry, farm credit, and agritours. Rotationally Raised: Making Small Grains Work August 17, 2017 Ames, Iowa Practical Farmers of Iowa will host a day-long conference that covers the basics for adding small grains to the rotation on your farm. The day will feature sessions on small grains production, markets, extended rotations, green manure, and nitrogen synchronization. Dry Farming Collaborative Field Days August 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29, 2017 Various locations in Oregon Twelve Dry Farming Collaborative sites will be hosting tours on Tuesdays in August. Learn about dry farming and see crops (tomatoes, potatoes, squash, melon, zucchini, dry beans, corn, orchard crops) grown with little or no supplemental irrigation in the field. >>More Events Back to top Subscribe to the Weekly Harvest Comments? Questions? Contact us Weekly Harvest Archives Digital versions of recent and archived Weekly Harvest newsletters are available online. ATTRA was developed and is managed by the National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT). The program is funded through a cooperative agreement with the United States Department of Agriculture's Rural Business-Cooperative Service. Visit the NCAT website for more information on our other sustainable agriculture and energy projects. © 2017 NCAT Back to top	New ATTRA Podcast Value-Added Products at Boggy Creek Farm in Austin, Texas Question of the Week How can I identify the disease that is affecting my apples? Ask an Agriculture Expert Submit questions to our professional staff online or by calling 1-800-346-9140 Cover Crops in Montana: See How They Work July 28, 2017 Boulder, Montana Register now! ATTRA Spanish Newsletter Subscribe to Cosecha Mensual (Monthly Harvest), ATTRA's Spanish-language e-newsletter ATTRA is on Facebook! 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