by Robbie Jones | Sep 6, 2024
– UF/IFAS Northwest District Extension Agents are working with the Agriculture and Biological Engineering Department to launch a new Farm Technology Field Day in Quincy, Florida. The event will be at the UF/IFAS North Florida Research and Education Center...
by Robbie Jones | Jul 16, 2024
UF/IFAS Extension Gadsden County is hosting a regional Small Ruminant Grazing Management Field Day, on July 26th, at the UF/IFAS North Florida Research and Education Center (NFREC), in Quincy, Florida, from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM Eastern Time. This event will be targeted...
by Robbie Jones | May 17, 2024
Anyone who raises livestock in the Southeastern United States knows that gastrointestinal or internal parasites are a pervasive issue, particularly in Florida’s hot and humid climate. This environment necessitates year-round strategies for controlling intestinal...
by Robbie Jones | Nov 17, 2023
Weeds are always a concern for pastures and hay fields. However, some of these weeds can be toxic to livestock. There are some fall and winter weeds livestock producers should be aware of and look out for. This especially becomes an issue when we experience drought...
by Robbie Jones | May 26, 2023
By now you may have heard the term “solar grazing” or “agrivoltaics”, but may not understand what the terms mean. Solar grazing and agrivoltaics are both terms used to describe a new trend for small ruminants that is making its way around the county. Simply...