Commercial Horticulture

Commercial Horticulture in Highlands County is a growing industry.  This area of agriculture includes commercial landscape, nursery, greenhouse, turf and garden center industries, as well as the commercial fruit and vegetable producers. 

As a part of the agriculture industry, this segment produces millions annually and ranks second in the state. Highlands County is a state leader in Horticulture production.

Programs Offered

    Agriculture and Food Policy 

    Agriculture Works for Highlands – Agricultural Statistical Information

    Agritourism

    Exotic Plants in Highlands County

    Biosecurity

    Disease Management

    Energy Conservation

    Farm Safety

    Fruits

    Horticulture Business Resources

    Insect Management

    Marketing

    Nematodes

    Newsletters and Publications – Commercial Horticulture

    Ornamentals

    Plant Diseases

    Soil Tests Notes

    Turf-grass Professionals

    Vegetables

    Weather Stations for Highlands

    Weeds

    Invasive Plants

    Poisonous Plants