Washingtonia robusta: Mexican Fan Palm by Timothy K. Broschat

“…It is native to northern Mexico but grows well in Florida, being hardy down to about 20°F or USDA hardiness zone 9A. Mexican fan palms grow well in a wide range of soils in Florida, but do require good drainage. …”
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The Extension Services-237: Everything You Need to Know by Matt Olson, Andrew Toelle

“…County reports are compiled into a single state report and submitted to the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) at the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). …”
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Ternstroemia gymnanthera Cleyera, Japanese Ternstroemia by Edward Gilman

“…The document also covers the plant’s propagation methods, pest resistance, and cultural needs, emphasizing its suitability for year-round planting in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 10. Original publication date October 1999. …”
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A New Species of Protosmia Ducke From Spain With Notes on Related Species (Hymenoptera: Megachilidae) by Terry Griswold, Frank D. Parker

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Ananas comosus: Pineapple by Edward Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, Gail Hansen

“…Pineapples are perennial, herbaceous plants with bright green, spiny leaves that form a rosette. They thrive in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 11 and are used for ornamental purposes as well as fruit production. …”
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Ipomoea stolonifera Fiddle-Leaf Morning Glory by Edward Gilman

“…Additionally, it discusses the plant’s adaptability to various soil types and its year-round planting suitability in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11. Original publication date October 1999. …”
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Heirloom Hot Pepper Varieties for Florida by Monica Ozores-Hampton

“…When organic seeds were available, the USDA logo was inserted. The relative Scoville rating, which measures a pepper’s pungency, was also included when it was available. …”
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2018–2019 Florida Citrus Production Guide: Tristeza Decline by Ozgur Batuman, Amit Levy, Mark E. Hilf, Peggy J. Sieburth, William O. Dawson, Ronald H. Brlansky

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Fire in the Wildland-Urban Interface: Selecting Firewise Shrubs to Reduce Wildfire Risk by Annie Hermansen-Báez, Raelene Crandall, Wayne Zipperer, Alan Long, Annie Behm, Dawn McKinstry, Anne Andreu

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Acalypha hispida: Chenille Plant by Edward Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, Gail Hansen

“…It typically grows 5 to 6 feet tall and thrives in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 11. The plant is evergreen, with ovate, medium-green leaves and requires full sun for optimal growth. …”
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Aglaonema modestum Chinese Evergreen by Edward Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, Gail Hansen

“…Native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, this species is ideal for indoor cultivation, thriving in USDA hardiness zones 10B to 11. The study highlights the plant’s resilience to shade and its preference for moist, well-drained soils, with an emphasis on maintaining temperatures above 45°F to preserve its vibrant foliage. …”
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University of Florida Potato Variety Trials Spotlight: 'Atlantic' by Rodrick Z. Mwatuwa, Christian T. Christensen, Lincoln Zotarelli

“… This article introduces the potato variety, ‘Atlantic’, which was tested in trials at the University of Florida. ’Atlantic’ is a white-skinned, chipping potato commonly cultivated in Florida and resealed as a white mutant of the USDA breeding program. This 4-page fact sheet provides the general characteristics, season length and growth information, fertilization and planting instructions, as well as disease information for the potato variety, ‘Atlantic’. …”
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Sugarcane Cultivars Descriptive Fact Sheet: CP 96-1252, CP 01-1372 and CP 00-1101 by Hardev Sandhu, Wayne Davidson

“…These cultivars are developed through the cooperative agreement between the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Canal Point, the university of Florida, Everglades Research and Education Center, Belle Glade and Florida Sugar Cane League. …”
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Making the Transition from Conventional to Organic Farming Using Conservation Tillage in Florida by Tawainga W. Katsvairo, David L. Wright, Jim J. Marois, Pawel P. Wiatrak

“…National Organic Standards can be found on the National Organic Program web site at http://www.ams.usda.gov/nop. This document is SS-AGR-11, one of a series of the Agronomy Department, UF/IFAS Extension. …”
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Heirloom Hot Pepper Varieties for Florida by Monica Ozores-Hampton

“…When organic seeds were available, the USDA logo was inserted. The relative Scoville rating, which measures a pepper’s pungency, was also included when it was available. …”
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Discovering The Organizational Structure by Marilyn N. Norman, Joy C. Jordan

“… 4-H is made possible through the cooperative efforts of the Cooperative State Research, Education and Extension Service of the United States Department of Agriculture (CSREES/ USDA) in Washington D.C., the University of Florida land-grant University Cooperative Extension System and its partnering institutions, and the county governments throughout Florida. …”
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Acalypha hispida: Chenille Plant by Edward Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, Gail Hansen

“…It typically grows 5 to 6 feet tall and thrives in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 11. The plant is evergreen, with ovate, medium-green leaves and requires full sun for optimal growth. …”
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Aglaonema modestum Chinese Evergreen by Edward Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, Gail Hansen

“…Native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, this species is ideal for indoor cultivation, thriving in USDA hardiness zones 10B to 11. The study highlights the plant’s resilience to shade and its preference for moist, well-drained soils, with an emphasis on maintaining temperatures above 45°F to preserve its vibrant foliage. …”
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Pasture’s Role in Climate Change Mitigation by Maria Silveira, Rosvel Bracho, Curtis Dell, Abmael Cardoso

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University of Florida Potato Variety Trials Spotlight: 'Atlantic' by Rodrick Z. Mwatuwa, Christian T. Christensen, Lincoln Zotarelli

“… This article introduces the potato variety, ‘Atlantic’, which was tested in trials at the University of Florida. ’Atlantic’ is a white-skinned, chipping potato commonly cultivated in Florida and resealed as a white mutant of the USDA breeding program. This 4-page fact sheet provides the general characteristics, season length and growth information, fertilization and planting instructions, as well as disease information for the potato variety, ‘Atlantic’. …”
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