by Jennifer Bearden | Feb 6, 2015
Several cases of monensin toxicity in horses have been reported in the Southeastern U.S. over that last few months. Monensin is an ionophore antibiotic that is commonly added to livestock feeds such as poultry and cattle feeds. This is a safe feed additive for...
by Jennifer Bearden | Nov 14, 2014
Soil fertility and plant nutrient management is an important part of agroecosystems. Agroecological approaches to soil fertility and nutrient management begin with soil testing. A soil test will tell you soil pH. Soil pH affects the availability of nutrients to the...
by Jennifer Bearden | Sep 26, 2014
On 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 two organizations have...
by Jennifer Bearden | Aug 8, 2014
Recent reports from the field show it’s time to spray soybeans for Asian Soybean Rust, velvetbean, loopers, and other caterpillars. Fall armyworms are still a problem in some fields as well as kudzu bugs. “Fungicides, insecticides and boron are often mixed...
by Jennifer Bearden | Jun 27, 2014
The ornamental and turfgrass industries have been using granular slow-release fertilizers for decades. The price has been prohibitive for large-scale agricultural use. In recent years, however, the price has become more affordable, making farmers take another look....
