by Nick Simmons | Apr 1, 2022
Springtime is an exciting time for equine enthusiasts. Warmer weather allows owners to pull off those winter blankets, enjoy trail rides and start utilizing the newly growing summer forages. The increase in forage availability can lead to issues with laminitis....
by Nick Simmons | Oct 8, 2021
Bull selection, development, and management are all essential to drive the genetic progress of a cattle herd and to improve the annual calf crop. Much time and effort are expended to ensure that the correct mating selections allow for the optimal outcome during...
by Nick Simmons | Aug 20, 2021
Last week I had the privilege to attend the 2021 National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Convention & Trade Show in Nashville, Tennessee. Initially scheduled for January, this year’s convention was the premier showcase of all things related to the beef...
by Nick Simmons | Apr 30, 2021
Recently, Escambia County was fortunate enough to host our local livestock show. During the weeks leading up to the show, there was a lot of discussion among parents and show personnel about issues youth had experienced with their animals, including bloat, weight...
by Nick Simmons | Nov 6, 2020
The National Poultry Improvement Plan (NPIP) has been around since the early 1930’s. The NPIP was developed to provide a cooperative industry, state, and federal program through which new diagnostic technology can be effectively applied to the improvement of...
