Trap Crop for Targeting Asian Citrus Psyllids
Research is ongoing into a trap crop to attract Asian citrus psyllid, the vector that spreads citrus greening, away from Florida citrus trees. Targeting Asian citrus psyllids, the insect [...]
Advantages to Lowering Stocking Rates
Explore the benefits that can be achieved by lowering stocking rates of beef cattle concerning forages, herd health, and nutrition. A South Florida Beef-Forage Program article maintains that many [...]
The Importance of Mineral Nutrition
Explore how important mineral nutrition is to the beef cattle herd when it comes to solving production issues. “Minerals pack a big punch in the beef cattle herd,’ according [...]
Steps to Take to Reduce Forage Shortages
See the strategies to take to reduce forage shortages and keep the herd healthy and the ranch productive. Forages are an important part of any beef ranch operation. The [...]
Tips for Managing Cattle Heat Stress
Helping your herd to manage cattle heat stress can result in a healthier, more productive herd during summer’s hot weather. Studies have shown that extreme heat affects cattle’s ability [...]
Get On the Bandwagon With These Beef Cattle Trends
The beef cattle industry has changed a lot in the past several decades; get behind these beef cattle trends to stay in sync. Staying abreast of trends is important for [...]
Forage Soil Sample Basics
Read the basics of taking a forage soil sample to get the most out of your Florida beef pastures, from UF/IFAS Extension agents. Soil health is an important part [...]
Register Now for the Beef Quality Assurance Field Day in Okeechobee
The Okeechobee County Cattlemen are hosting a Beef Quality Assurance Field Day in January at the Okeechobee Livestock Market. Register now for the Adult and Youth Beef Quality Assurance [...]
White Paper Shows U.S. Leads in Sustainable Beef Production
A white paper released by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association shows the U.S. is the leader in sustainable beef production. The beef industry is often erroneously represented as a [...]
Utilizing Smut Grass as a Beef Forage
Smut grass has long been seen as a problematic weed in Florida pastures, but some are finding it to be a valuable forage. Smut grass has traditionally been a [...]
Get the Benefits of Beef Quality Assurance Training
Livestock Extension agents from all around Florida were trained earlier in the year in order to offer Beef Quality Assurance training to producers. Beef Quality Assurance training is an [...]
A Look at Potassium Fertilization of Florida Warm-Season Forages
Explore the benefits of potassium fertilization of warm-season grasses used for forage in Florida. Fertilization is an important part of forage production, which benefits a beef operation’s bottom line. [...]
UF/IFAS Researcher Looking at Genetics of Beef Cattle for a Warming Environment
UF/IFAS researcher Raluca Mateescu studying the genetics of beef cattle to develop one for the heat and humidity of Florida. There’s no denying that Florida’s climate is one of [...]
A Look At the Economic Contributions of the Florida Cattle Industry
See the 2017 economic contributions of the Florida cattle industry, courtesy of the Florida Cattlemen’s Association. The Florida cattle industry is an important component of Florida’s ag industry, which [...]
Tips on Grazing Management for Florida Beef Producers
Grazing management is an important tool Florida beef producers need to consider to maximize the productivity of their herd. Forages are an important component of a Florida beef producer’s [...]
The 2019 Florida Cattlemen’s Association (FCA) Annual Convention is June 17th-20th
See what’s planned for the 2019 Florida Cattlemen’s Association (FCA) Annual Convention, slated for June 17th-20th in Marco Island. The 2019 Florida Cattlemen’s Association (FCA) Annual Convention is scheduled [...]
Nutritional Needs of the Beef Cow by Stages
Explore the nutritional needs of a beef cow based on the stages of gestation with an eye towards improving weaning weights and cow productivity. Beef producers want a beef [...]
UF/IFAS-Created Ryegrass Forage Seed Shines in Aiding Panhandle Cattle Ranchers
Ryegrass forage seed bred by UF/IFAS put its advantages on display after being donated to Florida Panhandle cattle ranchers suffering from Hurricane Michael. The University of Florida’s Institute of [...]
Attend the Florida Beef Cattle Short Course
Florida cattle ranchers should attend the Florida Beef Cattle Short Course, which starts May 8th and continues through the 10th in Gainesville. Those in the Florida beef cattle industry [...]
Tips on Utilizing the Intake Guideline Tables for Beef Cows
Find tips on using the tables outlining the intake guidelines for beef cows provided by The National Research Council (NRC). Nutrition is an essential component in an operation dealing [...]