Often, I am on farms and get asked the million dollar question “Why don’t I have any grass?” or “How can I grow grass?” As much as I wish I held the secret to rapid, prolific grass; I do not. I do, however, have some tips to help ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Farm Management, Livestock, Turf
Relentless is a word that comes to mind when I think of the weed cogongrass, partly because cogongrass itself is relentless in its spread, taking over pastures, road right-of-ways and vacant lots. But more importantly this word comes to mind ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Crops, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease
Deworming Horses Nearly everyone has heard of the growing issue of chemical-resistant internal parasites and how they can potentially impact an animal. In this fact-sheet, the importance of creating a deworming schedule based on fecal egg ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Farm Management, Livestock, Pests & Disease,
Cogongrass (Imperata cylindrica) is a noxious invasive weed that disrupts ecosystems, decreases property values, and creates increased risk for fires. It originated from Southeast Asia and infests nearly 500 million acres worldwide. It was ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Lawn, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease
In addition to being equipped for the “normal” emergencies associated with breeding and racing Thoroughbreds, Florida horse owners need to be prepared to handle the fury of a tropical storm and/or hurricane. Each farm should have a well ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Disaster Preparation, Farm Management, Livestock
The UF Stone Fruit Field Day will be held May 29, 2018 from 9 am to 3:30 at the UF/IFAS Plant Science Research and Education Unit in Citra. See the agenda below and register online for this free program. 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Registration ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Horticulture
Date and Time Wed, June 6 and 7, 2018 / 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Location Plant Science Research & Education Unit, 2556 West Highway 318, Citra, FL 32113 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cflag-pasture-management-school-tickets-45599338850 Join ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Farm Management, Livestock
Date and Time Sat, June 9, 2018 / 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM EDT Location Florida Horse Park - 11008 South Hwy 475, Ocala, FL 34480 UF/IFAS Extension ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Farm Management
Soil pH (potential hydrogen) is an indication of the acidity or alkalinity of soil and is measured in pH units from 0 to 14. Soil pH is defined as the negative logarithm of the hydrogen ion (H+) concentration in the soil. A pH of 7 is considered ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Farm Management, Horticulture, Livestock
Are you interested in some alternative crops to grow in central Florida? The program on May 9 covered a range of crops. To look at the slide shows from the program go to our website. Tea The first topic up at 9 a.m. is Tea with Dr. Donglin ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Horticulture