Team Effort Keeps Watermelon Growing Strong in Florida
Posted by Paul Rusnak|June 2, 2021
Did you know Florida is the top producer of watermelon in the U.S.? According to USDA, the Sunshine State accounted for 25% of all domestic supplies in 2019. Even though the crop is grown all over the state, more than a third comes from the Suwannee Valley. In the middle of it all is Bob Hochmuth, Assistant Director of the UF/IFAS North Florida Research and Education Center’s regional campus. He knows how important communication is, especially during this time of year when regular visits are made to the field to scout out early signs of disease, pests, and nutrient deficiencies.