Early Herbicide Applications Critical for Perennial Peanut Pastures
Perennial peanut production is on the rise throughout the Panhandle. In Calhoun County alone, we’ve ascended from a small specialty industry, with a farm here and there growing the legume, to around 1,000 acres in production. This increase in acreage is due to...
The Best of Florida from the 2020 Southeastern Hay Contest
Can we produce good hay in Florida? Apparently, we can, and very good hay!
Overseeding Perennial Peanut for Cool Season Grazing: Your Questions Answered!
In recent years, thanks to the work of Forage Agronomy Specialists Dr. Jose Dubeux, Dr. Ann Blount and others at the NFREC Marianna, many Panhandle cattlemen have begun integrating perennial peanut (Arachis glabrata) into traditional bahiagrass and bermudagrass...
Southeastern Hay Contest – Entry Deadline September 1st
– It is always recommended that producers sample their hay, and have it analyzed to determine the nutritional value. This enables producers to make the most efficient usage of their various cuttings and be able to better plan and deliver any needed...