Grass tetany is a potentially deadly condition in cattle and sheep grazing on small grains or ryegrass. Grass tetany is a condition associated with reduced magnesium levels in the blood, and can be a serious problem for cattle and sheep producers ... READ MORE
Category: AgricultureNorthwest Florida Beef Conference & Trade Show Wednesday, February 12, 2014 Jackson County Extension Agriculture Conference Center 2741 Pennsylvania Avenue, Marianna, FL (850) 482-9620 View attached flyer for details including Grilled ... READ MORE
Category: AgricultureNormally a well-managed colony will require little supplemental feeding, but such feeding, when it is necessary, may determine the ultimate survival of the colony. Ensuring that bees always have an adequate food supply is a form of insurance, ... READ MORE
Category: AgricultureThe cooler temperatures and shorter days associated with the transition from summer to fall can be a welcome change when working outside. However, it is a mixed blessing for Panhandle cattle producers. As temperatures decrease and day lengths ... READ MORE
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Category: AgricultureAny 4-Her planning to show a steer or heifer for the upcoming show season are invited to participate in the first workday for steer weights held at the Washington County Ag Center on Monday, September 9, 2013 at 5:00 PM. There will be a $10.00 ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & YouthAny 4-Her planning to show a steer or heifer for the upcoming show season are invited to participate in the first workday for steer weights held at the Washington County Ag Center on Monday, September 9, 2013 at 5:00 PM. There will be a $10.00 ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & YouthHoney bees laboriously gather their food (nectar and pollen) from flowers in bloom and store it in the hive for use when needed. When nectar sources are scarce or unavailable locally, bees are attracted by the honey stored in neighboring ... READ MORE
Category: AgricultureFire ants attack anything that disturbs their mound (nest), including livestock and humans. They firmly grasp skin with their jaws, and then sting and inject venom. Fire ants pivot at the head and inflict more stings in a circular pattern. ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture