In addition to being equipped for the “normal” emergencies associated with breeding and racing Thoroughbreds, Florida horse owners need to be prepared to handle the fury of a tropical storm and/or hurricane. Each farm should have a well thought… Read More
The UF Stone Fruit Field Day will be held May 29, 2018 from 9 am to 3:30 at the UF/IFAS Plant Science Research and Education Unit in Citra. See the agenda below and register online for this free… Read More
Date and Time Wed, June 6 and 7, 2018 / 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Location Plant Science Research & Education Unit, 2556 West Highway 318, Citra, FL 32113 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cflag-pasture-management-school-tickets-45599338850 Join the UF/IFAS Central Florida Livestock Agent’s Group for a… Read More
Date and Time Sat, June 9, 2018 / 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM EDT Location Florida Horse Park – 11008 South Hwy 475, Ocala, FL 34480 UF/IFAS Extension Marion County is hosting a field day at the Florida Horse Park to… Read More
Soil pH (potential hydrogen) is an indication of the acidity or alkalinity of soil and is measured in pH units from 0 to 14. Soil pH is defined as the negative logarithm of the hydrogen ion (H+) concentration… Read More
Are you interested in some alternative crops to grow in central Florida? The program on May 9 covered a range of crops. To look at the slide shows from the program go to our website. Tea The first… Read More
Horses produce an average of 50 pounds of manure per day! When managed correctly all this waste doesn’t have to be wasted. In this workshop explore ways to put your manure to work by composting it into a… Read More
Join us for an educational field day looking at the benefits of incorporating cool season forages into your pastures for winter grazing and supplementation. Lunch is being sponsored by Crop Protection Services. Space is limited please reserve your… Read More
Honey bee pollination increases fruit set and yields in many fruit, but not all. Blueberries are supposed to respond to increased pollinator activity with greater yields. Some fruit growers routinely bring in bee hives to increase pollination, but… Read More
