A Helping Hand to Ranchers
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… Read More
Tag: Livestock
Debunking Colic – Horse Herald
Debunking Colic Colic is a horse owners worst nightmare, but it shouldn’t have to be. Check out this edition of the Horse Herald to learn more about some colic myths. Sign up to receive the Horse Herald to… Read More
Reflections on 2019; or, Why I have the Best Job
Looking 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… 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
Replacement Heifer Selection
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
Deworming Strategies for Livestock
General Remarks Deworming strategies have evolved over the years to accomplish three main goals: -Reduce the chance of developing resistant parasites. -Reduce operational expenses for livestock producers -Reduce the use of drugs in food animals. In most herds,… Read More
Horse Herald- Inside the Horse’s Mouth
Your horse has one set of permanent teeth and it is important to help maintain their dental health as horses life spans increase. Read the edition of the Horse Herald below to learn about equine dentistry and what’s… Read More
Meatless Monday Can’t Change The World
Thought about sticking to Meatless Monday to reduce your carbon foot print? Let’s discuss why there are better options for you to reduce your impact on climate change! How much meat are we eating? According to USDA Supply… Read More