Smutgrass factsheet
Hello DeSoto and Sarasota county producers! The phones are ringing and the emails are rolling in: it is smutgrass season and we are hearing from folks who need help making a plan to keep it under control. I… Read More
Tag: Cattle
The Many Labels of Beef
We are fortunate to have choices in most things, especially our food supply. These choices can become complicated if you are not aware of labeling implications and various marketing strategies. When it comes to beef products your choices… Read More
Does the Import/Export Market Help the US Beef Producer?
I am often asked, “What is the value to me (the beef cattle producer) of imported beef to the U.S.?” The long and the short of the answer is, “a great deal!” Beef trade is a complex system…. Read More
Regional Livestock Auction Directory
Below is a list of livestock auction markets within reasonable driving distance of Washington County. The name of each auction is linked to the corresponding website. The sale day/time listed for each auction is the regular weekly cattle… Read More
Young rancher credits UF/IFAS Extension for much of her success
Megan Johnston works alone, proudly managing a 140-acre ranch. Though there are no typical days, Johnston gets up about 5:30 every morning to feed the cows and their calves on land near Floral City, Florida. Johnston attributes much… Read More
A NOT so Friendly Native Plant: Heartleaf Nettle or Fireweed
As a sixth generation Floridian, I encourage people to plant and protect native plants. Native plants are critical to our native pollinators and other wildlife. However, one winter afternoon as I strolled through my yard, I bent down… Read More
Stockpiling Forage to Extend the Grazing Season
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… Read More
Central Florida Fall Cattlemen’s Conference
Join us on Thursday, November 7th for our Annual Florida Fall Cattlemen’s Conference & Allied Trade Show. The event will be held at the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion, 2232 NE Jacksonville Rd, Ocala. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. Topics… Read More
Bull Fertility Basics in Beef Cattle Reproduction
Buying a bull is much like buying a truck – you must have clearly defined goals and be willing to spend a chunk of change. The first step is to define your operational goals. To stick with the… Read More