by Amanda Masholie | Jan 9, 2026
Amanda Masholie, Sustainable Ag & Small Farms Agent, UF/IFAS Extension Walton County Many horse farms and horse owners are immersed in their management strategies for cooler winter weather. Horse owners must plan for hay reserves and determine if they will...
by Amanda Masholie | Nov 21, 2025
Amanda Masholie, Sustainable Ag & Small Farms Agent, UF/ IFAS Walton County Extension, Jennifer Bearden, Agriculture Agent, UF/ IFAS Okaloosa County Extension, Kaylan M. Waters, Agriculture Agent, UF/ IFAS Holmes County Extension, Dr. Sally De Notta DVM, DACVIM,...
by Amanda Masholie | Nov 21, 2025
Amanda Masholie, Sustainable Ag & Small Farms Extension Agent, UF/IFAS Walton County The Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP) is a USDA initiative designed to protect and restore agricultural lands and wetlands through conservation easements. ACEP...
by Amanda Masholie | Sep 12, 2025
Florida’s year-round mosquito population poses a serious threat to equine health. Mosquito-borne viruses such as Eastern, Western, and Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis (EEE, WEE, VEE) and West Nile Virus (WNV) can cause severe neurological damage and high mortality...
by Amanda Masholie | Jun 20, 2025
Amanda Masholie, Sustainable Ag & Small Farms Extension Agent, UF/IFAS Extension Walton County Thrush is a problem many horse owners encounter that can be a challenge as it affects overall hoof health and soundness. Thrush is a more common issue in...