UF/IFAS GLOBAL BLOGS
In our last post in the “Grocery Shopping for Your Health” series, we focused on the home pantry. Today, we trek back to the store, hitting the poultry area to talk turkey (and chicken and more). In the… Read More
With increasing interest in homesteading and self-sufficiency in recent years, many people want livestock for food production. Chickens are a good option for small acreage, and some Florida cities even allow small flocks of hens in urban yards…. Read More
Los pollos de traspatio en el condado de Polk son muy populares. Cada día son más las personas que crían pollos en su propiedad. Es importante que cualquier persona que esté criando o esté planeando criar aves verifique… Read More
Backyard chickens in Polk County are very popular. Everyday more people are raising chickens on their property. It is important for anyone that is raising or is planning to raise birds to always verify their local ordinances. Whether… Read More
Check out these upcoming virtual event opportunities offered by the Agriculture and Natural Resources agent at UF/IFAS Extension Baker County. Small & Backyard Poultry: Home Remedies – What You Should and Should Not Do June 1st, 3 PM… Read More
American will eat an estimated 1.42 billion chicken wings on Super Bowl Sunday. Whether on game day or just for a delicious appetizer, play it safe when it comes to food safety. Contaminated Food One in six people… Read More
High winds, torrential rains and flooding can affect poultry owners in several ways. Many preparations are a part of your regular routine. Regular maintenance of fence and coops or housing keep poultry safe at all times. Reinforce barns,… Read More
Many of our Wakulla 4-H meetings are live and in-person! We are wearing masks and practicing social distance while engaging in hands-on learning. Most of all, we are having fun while learning new information and developing skills together…. Read More
Welcome to the Nesting Box, a new weekly blog about owning a raising backyard poultry. As the livestock agent for UF/IFAS Extension Escambia County, I frequently get calls from citizens who are looking to start a backyard flock,… Read More
Backyard Poultry Basics Online Course Looking to get started with raising backyard chickens or just trying to learn more? This course offers a beginners guide to raising chickens for eggs and covers topics such as breed selection, housing,… Read More
