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February 15, 2008

FL Spraying for TSA in the Spring

Filed under: Cattle, Florida, Livestock, TSA — Randall @ 1:19 pm

With spring around the corner, it’s about time for many landowners across Florida to be thinking about control of Tropical Soda Apple. Listen To MP3 Report (1:30 mp3)

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December 26, 2007

FL Keeping TSA Out of Sod Production

Filed under: Florida, TSA — Randall @ 1:22 pm

Tropical Soda Apple continues to be a weed many in Florida have to deal with, but one Universty of Florida specialist has certain recomendations for those who produce sod in the state. Listen To wma Report (1:15 mp3)
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November 27, 2007

Concerns About TSA in Hay

Filed under: Florida, TSA — Randall @ 6:17 pm

 Tropical Soda Apple is a weed that we’ve learned how to deal with but after a dry year, many are trying to find hay wherever they can, which is a concern when it comes to possibly spreadng the noxious weed. Listen To mp3 Report (1:30 mp3)

November 2, 2007

TSA Photos & A New Link for Seed, Sod & Pasture BMP’s

Filed under: Alabama, Cattle, Florida, General, Georgia, Land, TSA — Gary @ 2:41 pm

Tropical Soda Apple Fruit SamplesMany seeds are contained in each piece of Tropical Soda Apple fruitHere are some different photos of Tropical Soda Apple, and a new link for important new TSA BMP’s for seed, sod, and A single, young Tropical Soda Apple PlantA small patch of Tropical Soda Apple growthpasture situations. Stay tuned to Southeast AgNet in weeks ahead for more features and information on protecting your pastures, seed production and sod plantings from this “Weed from Hell.”

July 6, 2007

TSA is an Opportunist

Filed under: Florida, TSA — Randall @ 12:18 pm

Tropical Soda Apple seems to grow no matter what the conditions, and thus is still a problem weed for many landowners in Florida. Listen To wma Report (1:45 mp3)

 

June 1, 2007

FL AgNet Week in Review June 1, 2007

Filed under: Cattle, Citrus, Florida, Forestry, General, Podcast, TSA, Weather — Katherine @ 1:38 pm

In this weeks podcast, ranchers are encouraged to be aware of the possiblility for Tropical Soda Apple when purchasing hay, the Florida Forestry Industry shoots for number 1, May 31 was the last day for citrus canker insurance coverage, and the drought’s effect on Lake Okeechobee.

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May 30, 2007

FL Hay Could Have TSA

Filed under: Cattle, Florida, TSA — Randall @ 3:29 pm

The drought has brought a shortage of hay across Florida, but producers are urged to be cautious of any hay they may purchase in keeping Tropical Soda Apple from spreading. Listen To MP3 Report (1:30 wma)

May 11, 2007

FL AgNet Week in Review May 11, 2007

Filed under: Citrus, FDOC, Farm Bill, Farm Bureau, Florida, General, Podcast, Specialty Crops, TSA, USDA-NRCS, Weather — Katherine @ 10:28 am

In this week’s report, Gary Cooper talks with Congressman Adam Putnam on specialty crops, Florida growers visit Brazil and Argentina, a Plant Material Workshop is planned for next week, the current Florida drought, and Florida Legislature plans for a special session.

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May 10, 2007

FL Dry Conditions Affecting TSA

Filed under: Cattle, Florida, Livestock, TSA — Randall @ 11:07 am

Tropical Soda Apple is a weed many landowners in Florida need to be thinking about again. But like anything else, the dry weather is affecting it’s growth. Listen To MP3 Report (1:00 wma)

March 22, 2007

Treating Sparse TSA Stands

Filed under: Florida, TSA — Randall @ 11:53 am

More information on how to treat sparse stands of Tropical Soda Apple is now available after research from the University of Florida. Listen To MP3 Report (1:00 wma)

February 23, 2007

FL AgNet Week in Review February 23, 2007

Filed under: Beef, Cattle, Citrus, FDOC, Farm Bureau, Field Crops, Florida, General, Podcast, Specialty Crops, TSA, Weather — Katherine @ 2:07 pm

In this week’s pod cast, Florida farmers face fierce temperatures, the Florida Citrus Commission focuses on legislative issues, Florida Legislators prepare for the session during committee weeks, and the Florida Beef Ambassador represents the nation.

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February 20, 2007

TSA Recommendations for Sod Fields

Filed under: Florida, TSA — Randall @ 2:03 pm

Tropcial Soda Apple is a problem for many sod fields across Florida and recommendations have been made when it comes to using newer technology to control it. Listen To MP3 Report (1:30 wma)

February 16, 2007

FL AgNet Week In Review February 16, 2007

Filed under: Beef, Cattle, Citrus, Crop Forecasts, FDOC, Farm Bill, Farm Bureau, Florida, General, Podcast, TSA, USDA-NASS — Katherine @ 9:51 am

In this week’s pod cast, the Citrus Crop Forecast February update is released, there are new recommendations for Tropical Soda Apple Management, Florida promotes truthful information about the Animal ID program, the proposed farm bill could help new farmers and ranchers, and Florida Farm Bureau continues work on property tax issues.

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February 12, 2007

New TSA Recommendations for Hay Fields

Filed under: Florida, TSA — Randall @ 1:20 pm

The fight continues to control Tropical Soda Apple as new recommendations have been released from University of Florida research for hay fields. Listen To MP3 Report (1:00 wma) 

 

December 8, 2006

FL EQIP Helps with Invasive Plants

Filed under: Florida, TSA, USDA-NRCS — Randall @ 10:04 am

Next Friday, December 15th is the deadline to sign up for EQIP programs through your local NRCS office, as that’s the batching date for 2007 programs. And one of those programs can help landowners control invasive plants. Listen To wma Report (1:30 wma)

November 9, 2006

Beetles Have Helped But TSA Needs Management

Filed under: Florida, TSA — Randall @ 11:03 am

Biological control of Tropical Soda Apple in Florida has seen success with a beetle, but control of the weed still needs an overall management plan. Listen To MP3 Report (1:00 wma)

October 23, 2006

Newer TSA Herbicides Have Longer Control

Filed under: Florida, TSA — Randall @ 3:40 pm

Tropical Soda AppleLonger and better control of Tropical Soda Apple in Florida has been available with a couple of the newer herbicides on the market.  Report (1:15 wma)

October 5, 2006

FL Beetles Proving Helpful Against TSA

Filed under: Florida, TSA — Randall @ 12:26 pm

Tropical Soda Apple

Through a cooperative effort, using a beetle to help in the fight against Tropical Soda Apple in Florida has proved successful. Listen To MP3 Report (1:15 wma) 

 

September 18, 2006

FL TSA Herbicide Control is Cost Effective

Filed under: Florida, TSA — Randall @ 8:16 am

Tropical Soda AppleNew herbicide products on the market for control of Tropical Soda Apple are cost effective. Listen To MP3 Report (1:10 wma)

September 5, 2006

FL Seedling Control Important to Fight TSA

Filed under: Florida, TSA — Randall @ 11:54 am

TSA Mature Fruit

When using herbicides, seedling control is an important step in the fight against Tropical Soda Apple. Listen To MP3 Report (1:15 wma) A special website set up by University of Florida IFAS can help with more inmformation.

August 16, 2006

FL Has More Help Against TSA

Filed under: Florida, TSA — Randall @ 10:43 am

There’s another herbicide on the market which has become popular in fighting Tropical Soda Apple in Florida. Listen To wma Report (1:05 wma)

August 10, 2006

FL Dry Conditions Helping Spread TSA

Filed under: Florida, TSA — Randall @ 11:08 am

Tropical Soda Apple can spread in many ways, and this summers dry conditions have helped it do so even more. Listen To wma Report (:59 wma)

August 3, 2006

FL Educating Landowners About TSA

Filed under: Florida, TSA — Randall @ 2:33 pm

Educational efforts continue in the fight against Tropical Soda Apple in Florida. Listen To wma Report (:59 wma)

July 17, 2006

FL Trying to Control Tropical Soda Apple

Filed under: Florida, TSA — Randall @ 10:08 am

Florida landowners continue working to control Tropical Soda Apple. Listen To wma Report (1:00 wma)

June 30, 2006

FL Continues With TSA Research

Filed under: TSA — Randall @ 10:15 am

Tropical Soda Apple research continues across Florida. Listen To wma Report (1:00 wma)