Livestock and Poultry Farming
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Related Topics: Beef, Cattle, Food Industry
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Dairy Farming
Dairy farming is a class of agriculture for long-term production of milk, which is processed (either on the farm or at a dairy plant, either of which may be called a dairy) for eventual sale of a dairy product.
Grazing Lands
Any vegetated land that is grazed or has the potential to be grazed by animals (domestic and wild). This term is all-inclusive and covers all kinds and types of land that can be grazed. [AGROVOC]
Related Topics: Livestock and Poultry Farming, Waste Management
Veterinary Medicine
The diagnosis and treatment of diseases and injuries of companion, domestic, exotic, wildlife and production animals.
Publications
Livestock Vaccines: Principles, Types, and Important Factors to Consider
VM258/VM258by Juan M. Campos Krauer and João H. J. BittarFebruary 16, 2024This publication presents information on the basic mechanisms and types of livestock vaccines available, as well as a few best practices for vaccine management. This information can help improve your herd health and success in your next herd vaccination. Written by Juan M. Campos Krauer and João H. J. Bittar, and published by the Veterinary Medicine—Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences, UF/IFAS Extension, January 2024.
Related IFAS Blog Posts
Don’t Forget The Bull: Considerations For Bull Selection & Management
Lizzie WhiteheadJune 4th, 2024As the cost of cattle rises, it is becoming increasingly important to select the best bull for your herd. Bulls contribute 50% of the genetics for a calf crop, selecting a high-quality bull will help his genetics spread through your herd faster making it a necessary investment. A bull must meet the needs of the […]
On the Prowl for Poisonous Pasture Weeds
Cassidy DossinMay 17th, 2024When North Florida really starts to warm up, I often get numerous calls concerning unknown weeds, identifying foreign plants, and lots of, “Is this poisonous?” questions. In fact, there is not a season that goes by that I don’t add an entirely new plant species or two to my education. Lots of Florida plants, native […]
Highly Pathogenic Bird Flu and its potential impact on Florida Livestock
Jonael BosquesMay 3rd, 2024The production of food and fiber is an extremely risky endeavor. Farmers and ranchers are at the mercy of the elements. Mark Twain said it best: “Farming is simply gambling with dirt”. Taking calculated risks and preventive measures can significantly impact what we do when feeding the world. Today we will be discussing an emerging […]
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