by Hannah Baker | Oct 10, 2025
The South Florida Beef Forage Program (SFBFP) is a group of livestock extension agents that facilitate numerous programs throughout the year for cattle producers. Many of these programs focus on teaching the practical and economic importance of implementing management...
by Hannah Baker | Oct 3, 2025
Lower Temperatures & Higher Calf Prices Fall is officially here! At the time of writing this in late September, temperatures were starting to cool off in the mornings and evenings as we head into the fall months. This means that warm season perennials will begin...
by Hannah Baker | Aug 29, 2025
Strong Prices & Strong Demand Heading into Fall Prices have remained strong throughout 2025 so far, and it is looking to stay that way at the time of writing article. Prices for 525-pound steer calves across Florida averaged $3.70/lb. in August, up roughly 50%...
by Hannah Baker | Aug 29, 2025
Cattle and forage producers have no control of rainfall — or the lack thereof. While producers can’t physically plan for drought in the field, there is a way to plan financially for increased feed costs through the United States Department of Agriculture’s...
by Hannah Baker | Jul 31, 2025
Mid-Year Review: Inventory, Cattle on Feed, & Expansion Efforts On July 25th, USDA released the July Cattle Inventory Report. This report provides insight into herd numbers and expansion efforts, specifically heifer retention. USDA did not release this report...
