What is an acceptable value for leasing land? Many agriculture producers rely on leased land to produce their product. The USDA National Agriculture Statistics Service provides data based on regions, states, and counties. This information ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Livestock
Florida and the Beef Market The primary product of the Florida cattle industry is weaned calves heading out of state. This is due to that fact that there aren't enough facilities close to Florida to raise all of these animals to a finished ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Health & Nutrition, Livestock
Horseback Riders are out on the trail year round. It is important to take proactive steps in order to have a fun and safe trail riding experience. Check out the edition of the Horse Herald below to learn about what you can do to make your ride ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock, Recreation, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis (EPM) EPM is a neurological disease caused by parasitic protozoans that cross the blood brain barrier and infect the nervous system. This disease has hit close to home several times in the past year and in ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock, Pests & DiseaseHorseback riders have an immense amount of bits to choose from, all varying in style, function, discipline, and severity. Knowing the basics of bits is an important first step in choosing the perfect bit for you and your horse. Check out the ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock, UF/IFAS ExtensionEquine Vital Signs- What is Normal? Knowing what is normal for your horse can help you circumnavigate a health disaster, from founder to colic. But what is normal for an adult horse? The January 2019 edition of the Horse Herald covers normal ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock
Introduction Feed selection is one of the most important decisions horse owners make, and depends on the age of the horse and the amount of work the horse is expected to perform. Understanding how to interpret the feed tags attached to feed ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock
Equine Laminitis Laminitis is caused by disruption of the blood flow to the laminae tissue, a connective tissue that holds the pedal (coffin) bone to the hoof wall. After enough of the laminae tissue has died, the coffin bone will begin to ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock, Pests & Disease
With deadlines approaching for the 2019 Suwannee Valley Youth Livestock Show and Sale (SVYLSS), it is a good time to start planning for the year. Below is the important information to keep in mind: Important Dates November 1, 2018 - 4HOnline ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Events, LivestockHorse Vaccinations There are many vaccinations available for horse owners to better protect their animals from diseases. In the fact-sheet below, a general description and guideline is given for common vaccines, but owners should always consult ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock