Program Overview As a new extension agent in Highlands County, I was able to create a Needs Assessment and distribute it to the majority of Highlands County cattle producers. Based upon their needs, one of… Read More
Listed below are some quick facts of information from “Anatomy and Physiology of Beef Cattle Fact Sheet”, written by Taylor Davis. Female External Genitalia: Vulva The external part of the reproductive tract. The thickened folds… Read More
Listed below are some quick facts of information from “Artificial Insemination and Estrus Synchronization for Beef Cattle Fact Sheet”, written by Taylor Davis. Estrous Synchronization Reduces time required to check heat when using AI Shortens… Read More
Highlands County Agricultural Tour Tickets are now ON SALE! Tickets for our Southern Highlands County Tour taking place on Thursday, March 22nd, 2018 are available! Dates/Times: Thursday, March 22nd, 2018 – Southern Highlands County Agricultural… Read More
Why is it good to take soil samples? Nutrient amounts in the soil matches plant needs. Future nutrient applications match and do not exceed the needs of the plants. Monitor and correct soil acidity levels… Read More
Going through life, I’ve met some people that “think they know it all”. I have always educated myself to be knowledgeable and have tried HARD to not have the “know it all” attitude. In my… Read More
Highlands County Agricultural Tour Tickets are now ON SALE! Tickets for our Southern Highlands County Tour taking place on Wednesday, January 24th, 2018 are available! Dates/Times: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 – Northern Highlands County Agricultural… Read More
The world is divided into two types of people, cat lovers and dog lovers. Occasionally you run into someone like myself that like both. Each animal has its own charm, the loyal dog and the… Read More
The Highlands County Florida Cattlemen Association Board has a monthly meeting where they discuss upcoming industry events and local happenings for producers. This monthly meeting is a way to learn what our producers are faced… Read More
Does my ficus need a jacket? Florida usually has several days that your more tropical plants might be in danger. When frost is predicted you will want to protect your more… Read More
