Author: Brad Buck
University Of Florida Study Shows Homemade Device May Help Arborists Assess Odds Of Falling Trees Causing Damage
With a device they can make on their own for only $159, arborists can for the most part accurately assess whether people and pedestrians are at risk [...]
University Of Florida Researchers Creating An ‘Artificial Intelligence Connoisseur’
Can a computer “taste” a tomato or a blueberry? Well, not exactly, but it can tell scientists which volatiles in these fruits make them taste good, s [...]
In The Heart Of Florida’s Strawberry Season, An Expert Explains Why They’re So Wonderful
When you think of February, you might dream of a Happy Valentine’s Day, roses and romance. If you live in central and South Florida, you might also w [...]
Ag Engineer Comes ‘Home’ To UF/IFAS; Uses AI To Help Reduce Farm Labor Costs
Dana Choi grew up in South Korea but considers Florida her second home.
She spent several years on the main campus of the University of Florida, g [...]
University Of Florida Wildlife Expert Answers Questions About COVID-19 And White-Tailed Deer
Recent scientific studies have shown that white-tailed deer, a deer species found all over the eastern United States, can become infected with the vi [...]
UF Survey: ‘Florida’ Branding On Orange Juice Helps It Sell Better
Consumers are more likely to buy orange juice if they think the fruit comes from Florida, new University of Florida research shows. In fact, top reas [...]
University Of Florida Ag Engineer Develops Smart-Spray Technology To Help Reduce Fertilizer, Pesticides
Growers need to spray efficiently so they can apply pesticides and fertilizer only to crops – and minimize the chemicals that may contaminate natural [...]
AI To Improve Plant Breeding At Gulf Coast Research And Education Center
Kevin Wang trained as an engineer and gave little thought to agriculture. But then, life took a few turns.
Born in Tianjin, China, Wang was raised [...]
University Of Florida Study: Consumers Like Shelved Tomato Juice More Than A Refrigerated Product
Tempted by the tangy taste of tomato juice? Consumers may prefer a product sold from grocery store shelves over a minimally pasteurized refrigerated [...]
Some Nonnative Fish That Are Released Into Lakes And Rivers Thrive In Florida; Alter Ecosystem
Nonnative fish eat away at the banks of rivers and lakes – one reason University of Florida researchers caution people not to release unwanted fish.
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