Peanuts

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Publications

Field Symptoms of Boron Toxicity and Deficiency in Florida Peanuts

Rao S. Mylavarapu, Jacque. W. Breman, William D. Thomas, and Henry E. Jowers

Producing Peanuts Using Conservation Tillage

D. L. Wright, B. L. Tillman, P. Devkota, and I. M. Small

Cull Whole Peanuts as a Feed Supplement for Beef Cows

Bob Myer, Gary Hill, and Matt Hersom

Controlled-Release Potassium Fertilization in Peanut Production in Florida

Sudeep S. Sidhu, Vikash Verma, Tom Reed, andSudeep S. Sidhu
Other Contacts: Hardeep Singh

This publication focuses on the use of controlled-release potassium (CRK) fertilizer in sandy soils for peanut production. It will provide an overview of the mechanisms and benefits of using this new technology in peanuts. Written by Vikash Verma, Tom Reed, and Sudeep S. Sidhu, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agronomy, January 2026.

Methods to Evaluate Peanut Maturity for Optimal Seed Quality and Yield

Ethan Carter, Patrick Troy, Diane L. Rowland, Barry Tillman, Keith Wynn, Krystel Pierre, Michael J. Mulvaney, andMichael J. Mulvaney

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Plant Systems

Managing Vine Growth in Peanuts: When to Use Plant Growth Regulators

Olive Stewart, Satinderpal Singh, Hardeep Singh, Ethan Carter, andKeith Wynn

Plant growth regulators (PGRs) are commonly used in cotton and fruit trees. This publication outlines the benefits of PGRs and discusses when they can be a practical tool for peanut farmers, Extension agents, and agricultural workers. Written by Olive Stewart, Satinderpal Singh, Hardeep Singh, Ethan Carter, and Keith Wynn, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agronomy, September 2025.

Peanut Production Guide: Management and Cultural Practices for Peanuts

Sudeep S. Sidhu, Sudeep S. Sidhu, David L. Wright, Barry Tillman, Nicholas S. Dufault, Ian M. Small, Isaac L. Esquivel, Zane J. Grabau, Hardeep Singh, Emma Matcham, Emma Matcham, Ednaldo A. Borgato, Jay Capasso, Shivendra Kumar, andEthan Carter

This publication discusses the current management and cultural practices for peanut production. This article is intended to share the latest information about peanut production and management with farmers, crop consultants, and Extension agents. Written by S. S. Sidhu, D. L. Wright, B. Tillman, N. Dufault, I. M. Small, I. L. Esquivel, Z. Grabau, H. Singh, E. Matcham, E. A. Borgato, J. Capasso, S. Kumar, and E. Carter, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agronomy, January 2026.

Calcium Fertilization in Peanuts: Importance, Sources, and Considerations

Satinderpal Singh, Melinda Thoms, Hardeep Singh, Barry Tillman, Emma Matcham, and Ethan Carter

This article examines the sources of calcium, application rate and timings of these sources, and their effect on peanut growth. The purpose of this article is to share knowledge about calcium fertilization in peanuts among crop advisors, Extension agents, and farmers. Written by Satinderpal Singh, Melinda Thoms, Hardeep Singh, Barry Tillman, Emma Matcham, and Ethan Carter, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agronomy, February 2025.