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Jose Dubeux – UF/IFAS NFREC Forage Management Specialist
Introduction-How much of the nutrients cattle consume are recycled back to the pasture?
Livestock consume nutrients contained in forages and feeds and return most of them to the pasture in their waste in the form of manure and urine. On average, 80 to 90% of plant macronutrients …
Permanent link to this article: http://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/phag/2014/04/11/grazing-management-can-improve-pasture-fertility/
There will be a workshop on Longleaf Pine Forest Restoration and Management held in Washington County on May 14, 2014. This will be an excellent opportunity for Panhandle landowners to learn more about the possibilities of growing Longleaf Pine on their property. Longleaf pine has many favorable characteristics for landowners with long-term, multiple-use land management …
Permanent link to this article: http://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/phag/2014/04/04/longleaf-pine-restoration-management-workshop/
The long awaited Limited Poultry and Egg Farm Operation rule has been adopted. The initial efforts to change the regulations began in 2010.
This rule establishes the regulatory parameters for a farm based food establishment. It is limited to the provision of whole shell eggs and dressed poultry products only.
The final revised language of …
Permanent link to this article: http://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/phag/2014/03/28/the-limited-poultry-and-egg-farm-operation-rule-becomes-effective-july-1-2014/
Pesticide Training and License Exams being offered at the University of Florida IFAS Extension Okaloosa County Office. March 31, 2014
8am-11am Aquatic Pest Control Training
11am Aquatic Pest Control Exam
1pm-4pm Natural Areas Weed Management Training
4pm Natural Areas Weed Management Exam
Cost is $10 for Aquatic Training and $10 for Natural Areas Training
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Permanent link to this article: http://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/phag/2014/03/21/aquatic-and-natural-areas-pesticide-training-and-exams/
We know not to plant crotalaria now and the County Agent doesn’t wear a tie anymore, but Jefferson County and cover crops still go together. Photo Credit: Estimated date of photo is 1920′s from the State Archives of Florida, Florida Memory, http://floridamemory.com/items/show/12
The first meeting of a Florida soil health/cover crop working …
Permanent link to this article: http://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/phag/2014/03/14/soil-health-and-cover-crop-group-to-meet-april-1/
To the chagrin of hunters across the Panhandle, deer season has drawn to a close. As the days lengthen and temperatures begin to climb many of the area’s outdoorsmen (and women) shift their efforts to pursuits of a more aquatic nature on the gulf or any of the enumerable lakes, rivers, ponds, or creeks Northwest …
Permanent link to this article: http://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/phag/2014/03/14/warm-season-deer-nutrition-can-pay-off-in-the-fall/
As farmers prepare for crop planting, its important to calibrate dry fertilizer spreaders to make sure you are getting a good pattern in the field. Most newer spreaders calculate the rate per acre for you, in other words, you may …
Permanent link to this article: http://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/phag/2014/02/28/fertilizer-spreader-evaluation/
During these icy, north Florida winters, you’re probably not thinking much about what needs to be done in your pond! Aquatic plants have become mostly dormant, fish feeding has slowed down, and irrigation needs are usually reduced as well. If you’ve had aquatic weed problems in the past …
Permanent link to this article: http://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/phag/2014/01/25/make-the-most-of-your-pond-this-year/
The comment period for proposed FDA food safety regulations as mandated by the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) is rapidly closing. November 15 is the deadline.
Panhandle fruit and vegetable growers and processors both large and small need to be aware of and comment on any proposed changes. These regulations will affect small farmers, …
Permanent link to this article: http://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/phag/2013/11/08/comment-deadline-november-15-for-food-safety-modernization-act-fsma/
Download the printer friendly flyer that includes driving directions from Brewton or Andalusia Alabama: AL Prescribed Fire Workshop
Permanent link to this article: http://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/phag/2013/11/01/al-prescribed-fire-workshop-november-22/
