Bull Selection Considerations
As we enter into bull sale season, now is a good time to review the important factors to consider when selecting a bull. On average, one bull will cover about 25 cows. Therefore, one bull… Read More
Category: Agriculture
A Vaccine for Johne’s? Possibly
Scientists with USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) have developed a new experimental vaccine to protect cattle from the bacterium that causes Johne’s disease. Johne’s disease (pronounced “Yo-knees”), also known as paratuberculosis, is a contagious, chronic… Read More
African Swine Fever: A Potential Threat
While Florida is not home to many commercial swine operations, many Floridians have dealt with feral swine as outdoor enthusiasts, land owners, and/or have or know children who exhibit hogs at youth fair and other… Read More
Market Outlook 2021-2022
In August, at the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s Annual Convention, CattleFax presented their 2021-2022 Cattle Industry Outlook. CattleFax is the global leader in industry market research, analysis and information. The summary indicates that consumer beef… Read More
Beef Cattle Reproductive Management Online Video Series
Each year, the UF/IFAS South Florida Beef Forage Program, offers the Alvin C. Warnick Beef Cattle Reproductive Management School. These schools are hosted at working beef cattle ranches. In 2020, in light of safety precautions… Read More
Examen (básico) de estándares generales de certificación
Florida es uno de los estados con mayor diversidad agrícola en la nación. Todos los cultivos son afectados por diferentes plagas. Los agricultores y operadores de plaguicidas deben entender cómo manejar efectivamente las poblaciones de… Read More
General Certification Standards (Core) Exam
Florida is home to one of the most diverse agricultural powerhouses in the nation. All the crops are affected by different pests. Farmers, as well as private applicators, need to understand how to effectively manage… Read More
Coccidiosis en Pollos de Traspatio
Los pollos de traspatio en el condado de Polk son muy populares. Cada día son más las personas que crían pollos en su propiedad. Es importante que cualquier persona que esté criando o esté planeando… Read More
Coccidiosis in Backyard Chickens
Backyard chickens in Polk County are very popular. Everyday more people are raising chickens on their property. It is important for anyone that is raising or is planning to raise birds to always verify their… Read More
Support local UF programs this Giving Day, Feb. 18
Highlights Support Polk County Agri-Fest by visiting https://givingday.ufl.edu/campaigns/polk-county-extension#/ Residents throughout Florida can support the University of Florida by donating on Gator Giving Day, Feb. 18 Gifts support local UF/IFAS Extension offices, research centers, teaching, and… Read More