Artificial Insemination in Cattle

There are many management decisions that must be made when choosing how to breed your cattle. The biggest decision is if you prefer to use live bulls or stored semen. If you decide you… Read More
Posted: February 26, 2021
There are many management decisions that must be made when choosing how to breed your cattle. The biggest decision is if you prefer to use live bulls or stored semen. If you decide you… Read More
Category: Agriculture, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Artificial Insemination, Christa Kirby, IFAS, Livestock, manatee county, UF
Posted: February 9, 2021
The annual Manasota Regional Envirothon looked a bit different this year. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the event was held virtually to provide a safe environment for the students to compete. Although we missed… Read More
Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Crops, Events, Farm Management, Forests, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Livestock, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Conservation, COVID-19, environment, Envirothon, Livestock, manatee county, sarasota county, Soil and Water Conservation District, Soils, UF/IFAS Extension, Water conservation
Posted: October 16, 2020
Contact: Israel Vega 941.907.0011 ext. 3143 Application deadline for financial assistance is Nov. 20 GAINESVILLE, Fla., Oct. 8, 2020 — Florida farmers, ranchers and forest owners can apply until Nov. 20 for financial and technical assistance… Read More
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Conservation, Crops, Farm Management, Forests, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Livestock, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Bobwhite Quail, Conservation, EQIP, horticulture, Livestock, Longleaf Pine, NRCS, Organic, Soil Health, Water conservation
Posted: August 5, 2020
Looking out over the picturesque fields of lush green grasses growing and cattle grazing may be the best view of all. How does that view affect our environment? Depending on which day it is, you… Read More
Posted: April 23, 2020
Beef frequently gets a bad name in the protein world. You often hear reports that eating beef is bad for you. In fact, in moderation, beef can be a good and nutritious source of protein. … Read More
Category: Agriculture, Health & Nutrition, Livestock
Tags: Christa L. Kirby, IFAS, Livestock, manatee county, pasture, UF
Posted: September 13, 2019
Manatee County has a rich history in celebrating Farm City Week. Each year this week is filled with agricultural events and celebrations for the community to enjoy. One unique event is the Manatee County Farm… Read More
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Events, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Christa Kirby, IFAS, Livestock, manatee county, pasture, UF
Posted: September 11, 2019
For the past several years the Florida Cattlemen’s Association leadership has encouraged their membership to promote the industry and how it affects their life. Some of the campaigns have been “Tell Your Story”, “Find a… Read More
Category: Agriculture, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: #manateebeef, agawareness, beef, ckirby, Livestock, manatee
Posted: July 16, 2018
Each year the Manatee County Farm City Week Committee selects two individuals in recognition of their contributions to the Manatee County Agriculture industry. Two awards are given annually; the Manatee County Outstanding Agriculturalist and Agriculture… Read More
Category: Agriculture, Coasts & Marine, Crops, Horticulture, Livestock
Tags: agriculture, csnodgrass, Livestock, manatee county, Manatee County Farm City Week, vegetable
by Gail Somodi
Posted: June 21, 2018
Conservation awards presented at year end 4-H and FFA banquets At the end of each school year, the Manatee River Soil and Water Conservation District (MRSWCD) sponsors a Conservation Award for one student from each FFA… Read More
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Conservation, Crops, Forests, Livestock, Natural Resources, Wildlife
Tags: 4-H, agriculture, Conservation, Envirothon, FFA, Livestock, Soils, USDA
Posted: June 11, 2018
Grazing management is often defined as the manipulation of livestock grazing methods to reach the overall desired results. The way you manage your grazing system can be determined by the type of forage species on… Read More
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock
Tags: Christa Kirby, IFAS, Livestock, manatee county, pasture, UF
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