The Horticultural Sciences Department at the University of Florida is a team of faculty staff and students dedicated to improving fruit and vegetable production for the benefit of farmers and consumers Florida s climatic diversity and the facilities at UF provide opportunities for research with temperate sub-tropical and tropical crops on a nearly year-round basis We conduct cutting-edge research in plant breeding genetics plant and environmental physiology fruit vegetable production postharvest physiology biochemistry and other disciplines We offer high-quality education and training for undergraduate and graduate students to equip them with the skills needed to be successful in satisfying high-paying careers Our diverse faculty is located throughout the state integrating our research teaching extension programs to provide practical experience for our students technical support for our farmers relevance for our horticulture industry and a pipeline to bring leading research from our labs to you

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