by Matt Lollar | Mar 21, 2025
Manure from livestock has been used by farmers and gardeners since the beginning of farming, with evidence of the benefits of manure are documented dating back nearly 8,000 years. Manure can help improve soil, but there are a couple common misconceptions about its...
by Ben Hoffner | Mar 14, 2025
Effective soil fertility management is an essential practice for livestock producers in Florida’s Panhandle who want to efficiently enhance forage production. Regular soil testing provides valuable insights into the amount of plant available nutrients in the...
by Doug Mayo | Feb 28, 2025
This week’s featured video was published by Agricision to promote their OnTrack basic level GPS Guidance equipment. GPS guidance is not new technology, as light bars and RTK equipment options have been available for some time. What is unique about this...
by Danielle S. Williams | Feb 7, 2025
The UF/IFAS Extension Food Safety Team will be hosting a Produce Safety Alliance (PSA) Grower Training on Wednesday, March 5th, 2025, at the Gadsden County Extension Office, located at 2140 W. Jefferson St., Quincy, FL. The training will begin at 8:00 AM Eastern and...
by Ethan Carter | Jan 31, 2025
Hogs have long been a troublesome issue for farmers and landowners. However, in recent years however, whitetail deer have become more and more of a concern, rapidly becoming one of the primary crop pests discussed by growers. Both species are now a serious concern for...
by Cheryl Mackowiak | Jan 10, 2025
Dr. Cheryl Mackowiak, UF/IFAS Soil Scientist, North Florida Research and Education Center – Quincy Soil is more than dirt. A healthy soil supports a healthy ecosystem and society. As Franklin Delano Roosevelt aptly stated, “A nation that destroys its soil,...
