Tag: Livestock

From city life to pastures: How Florida 4-H cultivates tomorrow’s land stewards and sustainable livestock leaders

by Lourdes Mederos
March 3, 2025

Growing up in the big city is worlds apart from living the ranch life. So how do you equip urban youth with the skills needed to transition to a life as thriving livestock owners and land stewards? Aiden Andrews, 15, and brothers Matthew ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
Tags: Agricultural Legacy, Aiden Andrews, Animal Care, Animal Sciences, City, Conservation, Farming, Florida 4-H, Hog, Jabob Ryle, Kenan Bridges, Lamb, Land Steward, Livestock, Matthew Ryle, Miami-Dade County Fair And Exhibition, Miami-Dade Youth Fair, News, Project Stable, Ranch, Sheep, Sustainable Food, UF-IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension Broward County, Urban, Urbanization, Workfroce Development, Youth Development

Keeping Backyard Poultry Safe from Bird Flu

by Ashley Stonecipher
January 24, 2025

As a backyard poultry owner, it's essential to be aware of bird flu (avian influenza), a viral disease that can affect both wild and domestic birds. In this article, we’ll discuss the facts about bird flu, how it spreads, and how to ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Livestock, Pests & Disease
Tags: Agriculture, Backyard Chickens, Bird Flu, Birds, Ducks, Livestock, Poultry, Turkey

Know the Toxic Weed, Rattlebox Plant

by Lisa Strange
December 6, 2024

Stems are erect, branched and can get to 6ft in height. Leaflets are egg-shaped pinnately compound. Unfortunately, it is not a welcome perennial plant anywhere near cattle or hay pastures. This plant is very toxic to livestock, cow, horse ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Horticulture, Livestock, Turf, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Grazing, Livestock, Pasture Management, Taylor County, Toxic Weeds

Beef Cattle Showmanship: What You Need to Know to Be Successful

by Lizzie Whitehead
December 2, 2024

Showmanship is an event many cattle exhibitors look forward to during competitions. Unlike a traditional livestock class that compares the qualities of the animals, showmanship focuses on the individual exhibitor’s ability to handle and showcase ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Livestock, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Cattle, Education, Livestock, Showmanship, Youth

Fall Pasture Preparation in Central Florida

by Ashley Stonecipher
November 25, 2024

As cooler weather arrives in Central Florida, it’s time to start thinking about pasture preparation for the coming season. Whether you're a seasoned pasture owner or a newcomer to caring for your land, taking the right steps now will ensure ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension,
Tags: Agriculture, Cattle, Central District, Fall Preparation, Horses, Livestock, Pasture Management, Pastures, Volusia County

43rd Annual Volusia County Farm Tour

by Ashley Stonecipher
November 12, 2024

November 22, 2024 from 8:30 AM until 12:30 PM The Volusia County Farm Tour has been a popular fall tradition since 1981. The agricultural industry is the silent engine of the Volusia County economy where local farmers create jobs, feed families ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Fruits & Vegetables, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Agriculture, Cattle, Central District, Farm Tour, Food, Horses, Livestock, Volusia County

Post Hurricane Disaster Resources

by micahgallagher
October 30, 2024

Over the last few months Florida has been hit by three different hurricanes, resulting in damage statewide. This article is going to offer some helpful resources for producers and their communities who have been impacted by these storms. The ... READ MORE

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Tags: Cleanup, Disaster Assistance, Hurricane, Livestock

USDA FSA Agricultural Disaster Programs – Reporting Losses

by Allie Williams
October 15, 2024

Many of Florida’s agricultural operations have been significantly impacted during this hurricane season. (more…) READ MORE

Category: Agriculture
Tags: Agriculture, Disaster Assistance, Hurricane, Livestock

Lasting Change: Evaluating the Impact of Research Efforts in Rwanda

by Livestock Lab
September 30, 2024

Three years after our projects concluded in Rwanda, families still learn and benefit from their efforts. The project, “Enhancing Milk Quality and Consumption for Improved Income and Nutrition in Rwanda,” and its affiliated project, “Engaging ... READ MORE

Category: Livestock,
Tags: Africa, International Development, Livestock, Monitoring And Evaluation, Research For Development, Research Impact, Rwanda

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