Project Type: Research and Education
Funds awarded in 2023: $383,000.00
Projected End Date: 09/30/2026
Grant Recipients:
University of Florida; Florida A&M University; The University of the Virgin Islands
Region: Southern
State: Florida
Principal Investigator:
Dr. Ali Sarkhosh
University of Florida
Co-Investigators:
Mark Bailey
University of Florida Cooperative Extension Service
Dr. Jonathan Crane
University of Florida/Tropical Research and Education Center
Stafford Crossman
University of The Virgin Islands
David Dinkins
University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Scienc
Dr. Islam El-Sharkawy
Florida A&M University
Vanessa Forbes
University of the Virgin Islands
Tatiana Sanchez
UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County
Dr. Steven Sargent
University of Florida/Horticultural Sciences Department
Description:
Our Fruit Crops Diversification Website is dedicated to expanding the variety of crops we to promote sustainable agriculture and meet the changing demands of the market in Florida. We focus on a wide range of fruits, including passionfruit, persimmons, pomegranates, figs, and more. By diversifying our crop selection, we aim to enhance resilience against climate challenges and offer a diverse selection of fresh, high-quality fruits. We are actively involved in extension activities, working closely with local farmers, extension agents, and the community. We regularly conduct field days for different crops, providing valuable hands-on experience and knowledge sharing to support the growth and success of the agricultural sector in Florida.
Type:
Website
Target audiences:
Farmers/Ranchers; Educators; Researchers; Consumers
Ordering info:
Dr. Ali Sarkhosh
sarkhosha@ufl.edu
2550 Hull RD
Gainesville, FL 32611-2058
Publication/product ID: https://hos.ifas.ufl.edu/fruitcropsdiversification/
sarkhosha@ufl.edu
2550 Hull RD
Gainesville, FL 32611-2058
Publication/product ID: https://hos.ifas.ufl.edu/fruitcropsdiversification/
This product is associated with the project "Passionfruit: Laying the Groundwork for an Emerging Specialty Fruit Crop in Florida"
Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and should not be construed to represent any official USDA or U.S. Government determination or policy.