by Ray Bodrey | Jan 12, 2024
The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, also known as the 2018 Farm Bill, made producer funds available for emergency assistance (ELAP). This program provides financial assistance to eligible producers of livestock, honeybees and farm-raised fish for losses due to...
by deanthonyprice | Dec 20, 2023
Are you thinking about raising bees on your property? – Do you want to learn more about beekeeping? – Please join us for the 2nd annual Beginner Beekeeping Workshop Series. The four-session workshop will provide educational training with live...
by Isaac Esquivel | Nov 17, 2023
Given that the UF/IFAS Extension theme for the Sunbelt Ag Expo and the North Florida Fair exhibits were pollinators, I want to talk about pollinators in agronomic crops. Are they beneficial to your crops? Are crops beneficial to pollinators? Pollination by insects is...
by Ray Bodrey | Jun 30, 2023
Today, it seems more and more of a struggle to keep hives healthy. Diseases, parasites, exposure to pesticides, and even bear encounters are just some of the issues that beekeepers seem to constantly battle. You can add undesirable plants to that list, as well. Yes,...
by Ray Bodrey | Apr 14, 2023
Each year, we look forward to connecting with beekeepers in the region to share knowledge at the District-wide event. However, for unforeseen obstacles, we will be canceling this year’s Panhandle Beekeeping Conference & Trade Show, in Chipley, Florida. The event...
by Ray Bodrey | Jan 6, 2023
With the new year upon us, this is a good time to redirect your attention to closer management of bee colonies. Tupelo season is not far away, and you’ll certainly want your bees healthy for the peak season. Feeding colonies as well as pest and disease management...
