UF/IFAS Palm Short Course-In-Person and Online!
Schedule
Wed Nov 05 2025 at 07:30 am to 03:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
University of Florida Ft. Lauderdale Research & Ed Center | Davie, FL
About this Event
UF/IFAS Palm Short Course
Welcome to the UF/IFAS Palm Short Course! Join us for an exciting event at the University of Florida Ft. Lauderdale Research & Ed Center. This in-person and on-line course will cover everything you need to know about palms from disease, fertilizers, pests and more! Don't miss this opportunity to learn from experts in the field and network with fellow palm enthusiasts. Mark your calendars and get ready for a day filled with palm knowledge!
Agenda
🕑: 07:30 AM - 08:00 AM
Registration and Sign-In
Info: Breakfast with coffee, beverages, and treats
🕑: 08:00 AM
Dr. Jack Rechcigl, UF/FLREC & GCREC Center Director
Info: Welcome and opening remarks
🕑: 08:05 AM - 09:00 AM
Dr. Mica McMillan, UF/FLREC Palm Nutrition Specialist
Info: Updates on Alternative Palm Fertilizers
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:50 AM
Dr. Brian Bahder, UF/FLREC Vector Entomologist
Info: Lethal Bronzing and Pests of Palms
🕑: 09:50 AM - 10:00 AM
Break
🕑: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Dr. Braham Dhillon, UF/FLREC Plant Pathologist
Info: Diagnostics and Management of Fungal Diseases of Palms
🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Dr. Kim Moore, UF/FLREC Ornamental Horticulturist
Info: Landscape Water Conservation Survey Results
🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Lunch- Halal Guys
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Dr. Melissa Miller, UF/FLREC Invasion Ecology Specialist
Info: AI Smart Traps for Capture of an Invasive Lizard
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Dr. Aaron Mullins, UF/FLREC Structural Entomologist
Info: Pollinators and Structural Pest Interactions with Palm Trees
🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Dr. Mica McMillan, UF/FLREC
Info: Survey for Palms & FAQ's
Where is it happening?
University of Florida Ft. Lauderdale Research & Ed Center, 3205 College Avenue, Davie, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 55.20 to USD 108.55
