Tag: small ruminants

New EDIS/Ask IFAS Documents Published by Animal Sciences during May and June

by Amanda Quintos
May 14, 2026

Discover the latest research and practical solutions from UF/IFAS experts. These are the new EDIS/Ask IFAS documents published by Animal Sciences during May and June. Stay informed and inspired with our updates! Enfermedades Aviares Transmisibles ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock, Pests & Disease
Tags: Animal Sciences Department, Ask IFAS, Edis, Enfermedades Aviares, Internal Parasites, Small Ruminants

New EDIS/Ask IFAS Documents Published by Veterinary Medicine During July and August

by Amanda Quintos
May 14, 2026

Read the latest Veterinary Medicine publications for July and August 2025. In this post, you can click on the title of interest to go to the Ask IFAS page and download the document in PDF format. Stay informed about the latest contributions ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Disaster Preparation, Farm Management, Livestock, Pests & Disease, Work & Life
Tags: Ask IFAS, College Of Veterinary Medicine, Edis, Hurricane Preparation, Poultry, Small Ruminants

What’s New on Ask IFAS: Veterinary Medicine (Sept.–Oct.)

by Amanda Quintos
May 14, 2026

Pregnancy Toxemia (Ketosis) in Ewes and Does Kari Hancock, Martha Mallicote, Sally DeNotta, and Brittany N. Diehl. This article is meant to provide producers with a general overview of pregnancy toxemia, or ketosis, in small ruminants. First ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Livestock, Pests & Disease
Tags: College Of Veterinary Medicine, First Aid, Horses, Ketosis, Pregnancy Toxemia, Small Ruminants

University of Florida to hold its first Small Ruminant Short Course

by Shelby Thomas
May 14, 2026

The University of Florida will hold its first Small Ruminant Short Course September 16 and17. The event is a collaboration among UF/IFAS Extension, the UF College of Veterinary Medicine, the UF/IFAS agronomy department, and the UF/IFAS department ... READ MORE

Category: Livestock, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: Animal Sciences, Goats, Sheep, Small Ruminants

Katahdin Sheep: An Efficient Choice for Putnam County Livestock Owners

by Wendy Mussoline
January 16, 2026

When it comes to raising sheep in the warm, humid climate of Putnam County, Florida, Katahdin sheep stand out as an excellent option. These hardy animals are known for their adaptability, low-maintenance care, and high-quality meat production. ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Livestock, Pests & Disease
Tags: Hair, Katahdin, Manure, Pellets, Sheep, Small Ruminants

Tabaski: a huge market opportunity for small ruminants in Niger

by Livestock Lab
December 20, 2022

Tabaski (or Aïd el-Kebir), called the "Festival of the Sacrifice," is an Islamic holiday celebrated worldwide each year. It honors the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God’s command. In commemoration ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Livestock, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: Feed, Holiday, Market, Niger, Sheep, Small Ruminants

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