Temps are dropping all over the state this weekend. For many families with livestock this can be a huge point of stress, especially here in the Sunshine State where we do not typically have these climates. Four basic steps can help simplify ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Farm Management, Livestock
Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) is basically a synonym for Best Management Practices with the spin of having a focus on the consumer. Beef producers are doing their best to assure quality beef for their buyers. The BQA website best describes the ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock
If you are living and breathing in the horticultural industry right now, you are hearing the phrase “artificial intelligence” everywhere. AI can sometimes feel like a nebulous, catch-all term that confuses those who aren't working with it ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension
There is no doubt that cattle prices are high. With added income this year, you may be considering investing some of that money instead of sending it in as taxes next April. It is important to make wise use of that money to provide years of ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock
Subject: Sunflower Background: This sunflower sample from a commercial farm in Central Florida was showing widespread, fast decline with necrosis throughout the plant. Diagnosis: After culturing a sample of the plant tissue, we ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management
Producers have implemented Best Management Practices (BMPs) that maintain or improve water quality, quantity, and soil conditions on their farms for many years. For the purposes of the Florida Department of Agricultural and Consumer Services ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Livestock, WaterAs an agriculture agent, one question I get a lot is "How do I apply for the ag exemption?" Clients who ask this are typically referring to granting their property Agricultural Classification, more commonly referred to as "Greenbelt." Agricultural ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agribusiness, Agriculture, Farm ManagementThere are several issues to consider when a storm is headed toward your property and having livestock adds to the complexity of preparations. High winds, torrential rains and flooding can affect livestock owners in several ways. Many preparations ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock
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
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock
Many preparations should already be part of a horse owner’s normal routine. Regular maintenance of fence around pasture keeps horses safe at all times. All horse owners need to keep vaccinations and Coggins tests current for good health ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock