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Armyworm Control in Central Florida Pastures & Hayfields

Brittany JustesenOctober 2nd, 2024Authors: Brittany Justesen & Jessica Sullivan, UF IFAS Extension – Osceola County Armyworms are highly destructive caterpillars that primarily feed on grasses, making them a significant concern for cattle ranchers.  Several species of moth caterpillars in Florida are known as “armyworms”:  Fall Armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda), Southern Armyworm (Spodoptera eridania), and Beet Armyworm (Spodoptera exigua). These […]

Equine Pasture BMPs.

Keith NewmanMarch 25th, 2024Equine Pasture Best Management Practices. What are Best Management Practices? Best Management Practices (BMPs) for an equine pasture are cost-effective and practicable management actions for protecting and improving water quality and conserving water. They are developed through research, field testing, and expert review.             Equine Pasture Management Equine pasture management can decrease feeding expenses, help maintain […]

Florida’s Pastures

Brittany JustesenAugust 3rd, 2022Warm-season perennial grasses cover most of the state of Florida and can be a wonderful tool in a livestock production system. Warm-season perennial grasses can be utilized for grazing and hay production. Hay production allows the surplus of forage to be harvest and stored to help increase a producer’s profit. Most of the warm-season forages […]