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UF/IFAS Mid-Florida Research & Education Center

UF/IFAS Mid-Florida Research & Education Center

Dr. Chris Marble

Associate Professor of Ornamental & Landscape Weed Management


Dr. Chris Marble is an associate professor of ornamental and landscape weed management in the Department of Environmental Horticulture at the University of Florida. Marble is a passionate horticulturalist and educator, studying the growth and management of weeds and invasive plant species in landscapes and ornamental plant production. Marble’s research program aims to develop new methods of weed control using an integrated approach combining both chemical and non-chemical treatments.

As an instructor for Pest Management University, Marble focuses on teaching pest control professionals about the importance of identifying weed species before applying treatment. Marble works with extension faculty and staff, growers, landscapers, homeowners, and other stakeholders to deliver the latest information on weed pests and provide the most effective, economical, and environmentally friendly methods of weed control in and around ornamental plants.

Headshot of Chris Marble.


Contact

Email: marblesc@ufl.edu 

Phone: 407-410-6960

  • Education
    • Ph.D., Horticulture, Auburn University

    • M.S., Horticulture, Auburn University

    • B.S., Horticulture, Auburn University

  • Publications
  • Extension Publications
  • Awards & Recognition
    • International IPM Symposium Team Award of Recognition - 2018
    • Distinguished Team Award, Epsilon Sigma Phi-Alpha Delta Chapter – 2018
    • 2019-2022 University of Florida/IFAS Term Professorship
    • 2019 Extension Professionals Association of Florida Most Outstanding State Specialist
    • University of Florida/IFAS Extension Entrepreneurial Team Award

From the Lab of Dr. Chris Marble

OrangeTV Visits MREC’s Landscape and Ornamental Production Weed Management Laboratory

OrangeTV, the official channel of Orange County, Florida's government, recently visited the Mid-Florida Research and Education Center to discuss our research and UF/IFAS Extension. Dr. Chris Marble is an assistant professor in the department of...
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Be aware of these common toxic plants, experts say

Weeds and invasive plants can be a nuisance to a home or business landscape, and some of them are also toxic to people or animals. A new UF/IFAS publication details some of the most common...
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MREC Graduate Student Yuvraj Khamare Places at Student Research Competition

Mid-Florida Research and Education Center (MREC) environmental horticulture doctoral student Yuvraj Khamare placed third in the Charlie Parkerson Student Paper competition sponsored by the International Plant Propagators Society. As part of the...
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