Recent Drought Conditions Increase Pine Bark Beetle Risk

Recent Drought Conditions Increase Pine Bark Beetle Risk

  The Panhandle has been experiencing a prolonged drought the last few months, which can carry risks for increased bark beetle activity in pine forests. Bark beetles are common forest pests in the region, and the Southern Pine Beetle is particularly noted for...
What to See at the 2025 Sunbelt Ag Expo – October 14-16

What to See at the 2025 Sunbelt Ag Expo – October 14-16

Source:  Sunbelt Ag Expo   Livestock Producers There are many events and demonstrations available for a Livestock Producer. Check them out below! This year, Expo attendees will have the privilege of learning from one of the nation’s most respected cattle...
Panhandle Landowner Assistance Expo – August 23

Panhandle Landowner Assistance Expo – August 23

SAVE THE DATE – SATURDAY, AUGUST 23, 2025 Walton County Fairgrounds 790 North 9th Street DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433 This August, multiple partnering agencies, land management professionals, and landowners will come together for the first ever Panhandle Landowner...
Managing Pine Stands for Straw Production

Managing Pine Stands for Straw Production

Landowners and managers are always looking for ways to maximize the production value of their planted pine stands. Marketing pine straw is an alternative management practice, which has the potential to do just that. Pine straw is great for weed suppression in...