University of Florida, at Milton

Check out Dr. Bryan Unruh’s work on robotic mowers. It was highlighted in an article in today’s Morning Ag Clips.

Study Finds Robotic Mowers Improve Florida Lawn Health While Reducing Maintenance GAINESVILLE, Fla. -- For many Florida homeowners, lawn mowing can feel like a never-ending chore, especially in the heat of summer. New guidance from experts...

Sarah Kincy, Dr. Carissa Wonkka’s Ph.D. student, will receive a Grinter Award from UF’s Graduate School for outstanding incoming PhD students.

Way to go Sarah!

Nkem Nwosu, Dr. Hardeep Singh’s Ph.D. student, has won the Crop Science Graduate Student Scholarship. See below:

On behalf of the American Society of Agronomy (ASA), Crop Science Society of America (CSSA), and Soil Science Society of America (SSSA), congratulations on being selected as a 2026 Crop Science Graduate Student Scholarship recipient! This award honors your outstanding contributions and achievements, and we are proud to recognize you as part of this year’s class of honorees.

You will be formally recognized at the 2026 CANVAS Awards Luncheon on Monday, November 2, in Portland, OR. In addition, your recognition will be featured in the CSA News annual Awards Program.

We’re also pleased to inform you that your award includes a stipend of $2000.

Way to go Nkem!

Welcome to WFREC Me'Keila Lightfoot!

Attention Local Producers!

Join us for the UF/IFAS West Florida Research & Education Center's 2026 Corn & Soybean Field Day to receive the latest updates on corn and soybean varieties, disease management, and current production research.

Highlights:
• Field Tours
• Variety Evaluations
• Disease Management Updates
• CEUs Available
• Lunch Provided

Date: July 24, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from UF/IFAS specialists, connect with fellow producers, and stay informed on the latest advancements in corn and soybean production.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Farm to City Food Distribution
We need the support of our community and local businesses to help feed families in Santa Rosa and Escambia Counties this Thanksgiving season.

Your sponsorship will help provide Thanksgiving meals for more than 1,000 families in need, helping ease the financial stress of putting dinner on the table for their loved ones.
Together, we can make Thanksgiving a time of gratitude, comfort, and community.

We sincerely appreciate your support and generosity.
For questions or sponsorship information, please contact:
Robin Vickers, UF/IFAS West Florida Research & Education Center
Phone: 850-393-7334
Email: [email protected]

Thank you, Greg Kimmons, for 45 years of dedicated service at WFREC. Your hard work, knowledge, and commitment have made a lasting impact on so many people over the years. You will truly be missed. Congratulations on your retirement — may this next chapter be filled with time with family, good health, and plenty of opportunities to relax and enjoy life. Wishing you all the best in the years ahead!

Join me in welcoming Taylor Brown to the WFREC!

Our students from Milton and Jay had a great time at the UF WFREC Graduate Student Gathering! It was a wonderful opportunity for students to connect, share ideas, and build camaraderie outside of the classroom and lab. Supporting student well-being and fostering a strong graduate student community are so important. Looking forward to more gatherings like this in the future!

Join me in welcoming Jennifer DeGraw to the WFREC Team!