Freeing stuck vehicles is a common thing in the agricultural world. Maybe you are rolling a newly planted pasture and got a little too close to that wet spot you knew was there, but thought you had it. Or maybe you’re out hog hunting and ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, AGRICULTURE, Farm Management, Livestock, Natural Resources, Recreation
Water Wednesdays in November focus on Agricultural Best Management Practices (BMPs). Last week, we invited the Livestock Agent, Caitlin Bainum to give us an overview of manure management. "Adoption of agricultural BMPs is more important than ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Farm Management, Livestock, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Rotational grazing is a tool that can help increase forage production and average daily gain. But rotational grazing comes with more management planning. One of the biggest factors that determines the feasibility of rotational grazing is actually ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Farm Management, LivestockFarm Safety Day is designed for farmers and farm workers to receive an annual review of safety practices. Starting at 8 am workers and handlers will receive their required annual Worker Protection Standards (WPS) training in either English or ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Farm Management, Horticulture
Please see below for important information regarding the Operation Cleansweep program from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. This program has been funded through the end of 2019. READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, AGRICULTURE, Farm Management, Horticulture
It’s hot out. Sweltering. Rainy. But it’s also time to plan for cooler temperatures and relief from the daily downpour. It’s time to plan the fall garden. In Florida, we have two vegetable planting seasons. The warm weather season starts ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Crops, Farm Management, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
As a child I would sometimes watch a show that my parents watched when they were children too. They spoke about this show as though it was an inevitable future; flying cars and robot maids. If you haven't guessed yet, that show was The Jetsons. ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Farm Management
Though freezing weather isn't a common occurrence here, it does happen. Here are a few tips on dealing with livestock in colder weather. At the onset of cooler weather, animals feel more frisky and energetic. If riding a horse, be prepared ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Farm Management, Livestock, Natural Resources
The UF/IFAS Dept. of Food & Resource Economics is hosting the 3rd Annual Florida Agricultural Policy Outlook Conference at the UF/IFAS MREC, Apopka, FL, on February 21st from 9 am – 4 pm. You’ll be able to network with researchers, ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agribusiness, AGRICULTURE, Crops, Farm Management, Horticulture, Livestock, Pests & Disease, Turf, Water
Beef production is a very fragmented and segregated industry. Unlike many production industries beef production has many different layers, each with its own risks. The state of Florida is known for its commercial or cow-calf production. These ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, AGRICULTURE, Farm Management, Livestock