We research and teach about soil, water, and environmental sciences in urban, agricultural, and natural ecosystems. As a University of Florida department within the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences and the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, we offer degree, certificate, and extension programs on campus and online. Since our origins, more than 100 years ago, we have made significant contributions to improving the productivity of Florida’s agriculture, helping protect the state's unique ecosystems, and contributing to soil and water science at national and international levels.
Job Opening:
Professor & Chair, Department of Soil, Water, and Ecosystem Sciences
The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) is creating an environment that affirms community across all dimensions. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to such an environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service.
More information is here: https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu
IN THE NEWS
Beyond the Lab: How a Graduate Student Elevated Their Educational Experience
An internship in graduate school may not always be the norm, but Ravinder Singh landed the opportunity to serve as an intern for Bayer Crop Science. The journey wasn’t without challenges, but with the support of faculty and staff in the UF/IFAS Department of Soil, Water, and Ecosystem Sciences, he navigated the process. Now, he’s applying the skills he gained in field imaging and remote sensing to
New research results on managing potassium fertilization of peanut in northern Florida
Over the past 50 years, improvements in peanut varieties have more than doubled yields, with an average increase of 46 lb/ac per year (Holbrook, 2019). However, the greater nutrient demands of these high-yielding varieties raise concerns that current fertilizer recommendations, particularly for sandy soils with low potassium (K) holding capacity, may be insufficient. In Florida, where peanuts primarily grow on sandy soils (Wright et al., 2021), K
Get to know Histosols
For thousands of years, South Florida’s landscapes have been shaped by rich organic soils known as Histosols. These unique soils play a crucial role in agriculture, water management, and environmental conservation. While they are essential for Florida’s economy and ecology, Histosols face increasing challenges due to changes in climate and land-use practices. The publication "Histosols of South Florida: Past, Present, and Future" by UF/IFAS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Mar 14, 2025
Dr. Lakesh Sharma, UF Invited Speaker Seminar
Seminar title: Advancements in Best Management Practices: A Review Since 2019
Details: https://soils.ifas.ufl.edu/academics/seminars/
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Mar 24, 2025
Shankar Shrestha, Ph.D. Research Seminar
Seminar title: Nutrient Management Strategies toImprove Tree Performance Fruit Quality and Productivity of HLB-AffectedCitrus Grown in Florida Sandy Soil
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Mar 25, 2025
Julia Barra Netto Ferreira, Ph.D. Research Seminar
Seminar title: Evaluation of Chickpea as a Dual-Purpose Crop: Effects on Soil Health Nitrogen Cycling and Subsequent Cash Crop Production
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Mar 28, 2025
EREC Seminar: Dr. Nikos Tziolas
Seminar Title: Conversational AI for Agriculture: Simplifying Access to Soil and Crop Insights
ZOOM: https://ufl.zoom.us/j/94522804597?pwd=aVzEeXrY9uZEni7KhbmwwuexULSh0A.1
Meeting ID: 945 2280 4597
Passcode: 501171
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May 23, 2025
Monica Schul, Ph.D. Research Seminar
Seminar title: TBA
Details: https://soils.ifas.ufl.edu/academics/seminars/
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