by Doug Mayo | Sep 22, 2017
Over 120 cattle producers, extension agents, research faculty and staff attended the UF/IFAS Beef & Forage Field Day that was held on Friday, September 15, 2017 at the North Florida Research and Education Center’s Beef Unit, near Marianna, Florida. The...
by Mark Mauldin | Sep 15, 2017
There has been a delightful coolness in the air these first few “post Irma” days. Don’t be fooled, it’s not fall yet. Mid-September, in Florida, is definitely still summer and pasture grass should not be in short supply in the summer. This is a good time of year to...
by Kalyn Waters | Sep 15, 2017
Coffee Senna is not only an issue for livestock producers, as seeds are toxic when consumed, it also causes issues for cotton and peanut farmers in the southern states. The scientific name Senna occidentalis comes from Arabic and Latin roots, with Senna meaning...
by Matt Hersom | Aug 25, 2017
Everyone likes a good bargain, but when it comes to hay, low price often equates to poorer quality. Because hay is often sold by the bale, the amount of savings from the “good bargain” can be reduced substantially if there is a negative impact on herd nutrition. So...
by external | Aug 11, 2017
Glenn Selk, Oklahoma State University Emeritus Extension Animal Scientist Each year in August, it is time for an important reminder. Fall-calving season is here. In fact, the start of the fall calving season often begins before some producers expect it. The target...
by Doug Mayo | Aug 11, 2017
More than 80% of workers on livestock farms have accidentally stuck themselves with needles used for vaccine and drug administration. Accidental needlestick injuries are usually minor, but can be serious with skin infections, allergic reactions, and deep tissue...
