Spiky, Stinging, and Sometimes Deadly Pasture weeds can reduce forage yields and have been estimated to cost Florida ranchers $180 million annually. Now that's a scary number! What's worse is that some of these weeds have the potential to physically ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension
The chicken mite (Dermanyssus gallinae) is an external parasite that feeds on more than just chickens. Despite the name of this pesky pest, the chicken mite has a much wider range of hosts including wild birds and mammals. Once the flock is ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock, Pests & Disease
Internal parasites are a problem that impact all types of livestock, especially small ruminants such as goats and sheep. Haemonchus Contortus, commonly known as barber’s pole worm or stomach worm is one of the major internal parasites that ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock, Pests & Disease
The prickly pear cactus (Opuntia spp.) offers a sharp reminder that cacti don’t just reside in dry, desert climates. Instead, this cactus has a home in the wet, southeast with some species native to Florida. It is a shrub forming cactus that ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock
It's getting chilly! Or is it? Fall is here and winter is stepping on its heels, as temperatures drop people are beginning to think about the comfort and safety of their horses. However, your discomfort for the cool weather does not necessarily ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock
Your horse has one set of permanent teeth and it is important to help maintain their dental health as horses life spans increase. Read the edition of the Horse Herald below to learn about equine dentistry and what's really in your horse's mouth. Click ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS ExtensionDid you know a horse's coat begins with one of two colors? Whether breeding horses, or just interested in your horses coat colors, this newsletter edition is for you! Sign up at the end the article to receive the Horse Herald directly in your ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
What is Bovine Papillomatosis? Bovine papillomatosis is caused when cattle become infected with bovine papillomavirus. Physically observable symptoms are produced primarily by two of the four types of the virus which can survive for weeks or ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock, Pests & Disease
What is Bovine Leukosis Virus? Bovine leukosis virus is a cancer-causing virus found in dairy and beef cattle herds. It is spread by white blood cells, so any contaminated equipment from BLV-positive cattle (palpation gloves, body fluid, biting ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock, Pests & Disease
Horse Herald July 2019- Horse Transportation READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock