UF/IFAS GLOBAL BLOGS
For those who want to reach a wider audience, this webinar will help principal investigators, co-investigators and collaborating institutions communicate the findings of their research. Jim Harper, communications manager at Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Livestock Systems,… Read More
Anyone who is a rancher or knows a rancher would agree that they are hardworking devoted folks that care about their family, land, livestock, and honor and respect their word. They are at work before the sun comes… Read More
August is typically the hottest month of the year in Florida so it may seem crazy to be planning for the cool-season. But now is definitely the time to finalize your winter grazing plan. Maintaining a successful operation… Read More
Hurricane season is always a stressful time of year for horse owners. Here are some helpful tips to keep your equine safe and help you prepare. Before the storm Core vaccines: (Tetanus, Eastern/Western Equine Encephalomyelitits, West Nile Virus,… Read More
With all this rain comes the buzzing of mosquitoes around you and your animals. Here are a few things to know about minimizing mosquitoes on your farm: Farmers and ranchers can tolerate mosquitoes with a hand slap or… Read More
Looking to improve your pasture? cattle? horses? hay? Make sure you are attending the Livestock & Forage Field Day next Thursday! Topics include Pesticide Calibration, Weed Control in Pastures, Mineral Supplementation for Cattle, Importance of Vaccinations for Beef… Read More
Each year the Manatee County Farm City Week Committee selects two individuals in recognition of their contributions to the Manatee County Agriculture industry. Two awards are given annually; the Manatee County Outstanding Agriculturalist and Agriculture Hall of Fame…. Read More
Sustainable Beef: It’s What’s for Dinner! The beef industry works every day to be more & more sustainable. Here are some ways they do it: Visit here for an interactive website on Beef Sustainability: https://www.beefresearch.org/sustainability/
By: Tim Wilson and Cindy Sanders When selecting a heifer, there are two questions you must ask yourself: What do you want your cowherd to look like in the future (phenotypically and genetically) and how can you keep… Read More
