As the heat of the summer falls upon us, it may seem strange to start thinking about structures to protect crops from the weather. A versatile structure, however, can do more than just protect crops from the cold. Low tunnels are one option ... READ MORE
Category: AgricultureIt can be cost-prohibitive to run power lines long distances to provide electricity for pumping water to livestock tanks. One alternative is to install a solar water system. Solar water pumps can be used to pump water from wells, ponds or ... READ MORE
Category: AgricultureThe United States has one of the safest food supplies in the world, and it’s no coincidence. A lot of work has been put into developing rules that producers, processors, and distributors must follow in order to keep the food we eat safe. ... READ MORE
Category: AgricultureSilvopasture is an agroforestry practice where a combination of trees, forage, and livestock are jointly managed to optimize production of all three. The term “silvopasture” means “forest-pasture,” where “silvo” is derived ... READ MORE
Category: AgricultureOn Thursday August 21, 2014, twelve Innovative Farmers and Ranchers were recognized by University of Florida IFAS Extension and Farm Credit of Northwest Florida at the Jefferson County Opera House, in Monticello. This is the fourth year these ... READ MORE
Category: AgriculturePine tree thinning is a key management practice that can increase the long-term productivity and profitability of a timber stand. Thinning is a partial tree harvest of inferior trees in an immature stand used to accelerate the diameter growth ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculturehttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAVfYl02oQ8&feature=youtu.be Above is a video of a recent prescribed burn in Walton County. Benefits of Summer Prescribed Burns Most landowners think of winter months (Dec-Feb) when it comes to control burning ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture15.00 A FAWN (Florida Automated Weather Network) weather station was recently installed at Brown Pit off of Brown Road in North Walton County. The University of Florida provided Walton County with the $15,000.00 weather station. ... READ MORE
Category: AgricultureBurning hayfields or pastures can reduce insect and disease pressure the following summer. Timely late winter burns (late February, early March) can offer several benefits to a hay or livestock producer. Burning off thatch kills annual weed ... READ MORE
Category: AgricultureBy: Mike Goodchild, Walton County Extension Agent Most of us have heard the credit card advertisement “What’s in Your Wallet?” (which may not be much these days given the cost of feed and fertilizer). It is important to know, however, ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture