The Ins and Outs of Creep Grazing
Creep grazing is a pasture management practice used to increase the weight of suckling calves in a cow-calf operation. A UF/IFAS Extension publication on creep grazing maintains that “Selling [...]
How Nutrient Use Efficiency is Affected by Soil Acidity
See how nutrient use efficiency is changed for different nutrients by soil acidity. Soil health is a complex issue that goes beyond the “big three” nutrients. Soil acidity is [...]
Factors to Consider When Using Cover Crops as Supplemental Forage
Look into these factors when considering using cover crops as a supplemental forage. Cover crops are an important facet of a farmer’s field management, but they can also [...]
Thoughts to Consider About an El Nino Year and its Effects on Cattle
El Nino creates issues for cattle producers. El Nino years come and go, but it’s good to know how an El Nino year affects your cattle operation. James [...]
The Fertilizer Institute Honors 4R Advocates at Commodity Classic
The Fertilizer Institute honored five farmers and retailer partners as 4R advocates. The Fertilizer Institute is set to honor five farmers and retailer partners as 4R advocates at [...]
Tips on Getting Your Soil Ready for the Growing Season
The health of your soil determines many aspects of your operation, so make sure it’s as healthy as can be. Soils are of the utmost importance in agriculture. [...]
Grazing Florida Cracker Cattle Could Help Conserve Wetlands
Florida’s cattlemen and women are true stewards of the land they utilize for grazing Florida cattle. Case in point is the 282 acres of Peter Frederick just south of [...]
31st Annual Northwest Florida Beef Conference & Trade Show Highlights
Recently, the University of Florida held the 31st annual Northwest Florida Beef Conference and Trade Show at the Agriculture Conference Center. […]
