Strategies for an Adequate Forage Supply this Winter

Strategies for an Adequate Forage Supply this Winter

Marcelo Wallau, UF/IFAS Forage Extension Specialist and Doug Mayo, Jackson County Extension Director The Florida Panhandle has been suffering through a drought that has reduced early season hay production. With summer halfway over, it is important to have a good...
Florida Pasture Fertility Survey Preliminary Results

Florida Pasture Fertility Survey Preliminary Results

Cheryl Mackowiak UF/IFAS Soil Specilaist, Ann Blount UF/IFAS Forage Breeder As summer approaches, it is a good time to sample your soils and/or review your latest soil report, in order to review your pasture fertility management for the new growing season. University...
Bahiagrass Pasture Fertilization – Is it Worth the Money?

Bahiagrass Pasture Fertilization – Is it Worth the Money?

One area of management that often comes up in discussions with producers managing smaller herds is pasture fertilization.  There are several aspects that can be confusing.  The first questions are, “Should I fertilize?”  and, “Is it worth the money?”  The next...