There are several warm-season forage species grown in Florida that can accumulate toxic compounds after experiencing stress conditions or frost. The toxins produced are called cyanogenic glucosides which are readily converted to prussic acid ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock,
In an effort to reach a non-agricultural audience, the “Alachua County Farm Bureau Food and Agriculture Festival” was held on Saturday, November 23rd 2019. This event was planned by the District 4 Farm Bureau Young Farmers & Ranchers ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agribusiness, Agriculture, Conservation, Crops, Events, Farm Management, Fruits & Vegetables, Horticulture, Livestock, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Turf, UF/IFAS Extension, , Wildlife
UF/IFAS Extension is said to be one of the best kept secrets in town, but we don’t want to be a secret. We want everyone to know we are here to help! One of the ways we can help is by providing new forages, research, and resources to ranchers. ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock, UF/IFAS ExtensionLooking back on 2019, I am reminded that is was an extremely busy year. I traveled with 4-H youth on several out-of-state trips, I visited youth, volunteers, and agents in dozens of Florida counties. Most importantly, I got to see our 4-H ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, , Clubs & Volunteers, Livestock
What is Stockpiling? Stockpiling is a forage production method where the grass is allowed to grow without being grazed and become 'stockpiled' in a pasture as a standing hay crop. As the summer comes to an end, hay fields are cut or pastures ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock
Routine vaccines play such an important role in keeping your horse healthy year round. Vaccines are important because they help prime the immune system and help prevent the risk of infection and aid in the prevention of disease. There is no ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock, UF/IFAS ExtensionFrom a childhood love for horses, Sierra Carpenter has been around animals her entire life. Her interest evolved into a passion for meat science when she took a course with Bailey Harsh, assistant professor in the UF/IFAS Animal Sciences Department. “Dr. ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock, UF/IFAS TeachingLindsey North wanted to be a Gator since she was a little girl, but it was a high-school veterinary assisting class that solidified her interest in animal sciences. “That allowed us to have a first-hand experience with livestock even in ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock, UF/IFAS Teaching
Federal regulations require that all swine shown at fairs must have official individual identification. If swine do not have official individual identification, they may be denied entry to the fair. It is ultimately the responsibility of ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, LivestockA premises identification number (PIN) is a unique code that is permanently assigned to a single physical location. Registering your premises allows animal health officials to quickly and precisely identify where animals are located in the ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Livestock