by external | Nov 6, 2020
– Glenn Selk, Oklahoma State University Emeritus Extension Animal Scientist – The “Value-Added” calf sales were held all across the country in late summer and fall. Most of the “Value-Added” calf sales require that the calves are weaned at least 45 days...
by Matt Hersom | Nov 6, 2020
The Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service Livestock and Forages Team will be conducting the first annual Southeast Cow/Calf Conference. This conference was originally planned to be held at the Pee Dee Research and Education Center. Due to Covid-19 the...
by Daniel J. Leonard | Oct 30, 2020
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...
by external | Oct 30, 2020
Dr. Mario Binelli, UF/IFAS Department of Animal Sciences – In Florida, developing the yearling heifer to generate a successful pregnancy is a major challenge for beef operations. Delayed attainment of puberty and failure to conceive leads to a short-term...
by Samantha Wisely | Oct 16, 2020
Samantha Wisely, UF/IFAS Wildlife Disease Ecology Specialist – Florida Rabies Cases in 2020 Rabies is a deadly viral disease that can be prevented, but not cured. In Florida, raccoons and bats are the main source of rabies, but the virus can be transmitted to...
by Mark Mauldin | Oct 16, 2020
There is a steady stream of bull sales across the Deep South throughout the fall and winter. If you have plans to purchase or sell bulls at any of these sales, you may find the VRDEC Bull Selection Tool beneficial. VRDEC (Visual Representation of Data for...
