UF/IFAS Extension
Bradford County
The Bradford County Cooperative Extension Service is a partnership between the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS), provide scientific research-based educational programming and information.
Contact
bradford@ifas.ufl.edu
(904) 966-6224
2266 N Temple Ave
Starke, FL 32091
Ready, Set, Let’s Preserve
According to the USDA 40 to 50% of fruits and vegetables bought by consumers are wasted more often and in greater quantities than dry foods. Several reasons are because fruits and vegetables require refrigeration once harvested and have a shorter shelf life than processed foods
07/19/2022
Heifer Selection
Depending on which calving season you have, cattlemen must make decisions on which heifer calves they want to keep or buy for their herd. Usually, 10-20% of your herd will need to be replaced with heifers each year
07/08/2022
What's Going on in Florida
2021 Peanut Butter Challenge
Take The Challenge
By Samara Purvis
Bradford County 4-H Extension Agent
Peanut Butter: a nostalgic staple found in most American kitchens has made its appearance in many lunch boxes or ladled around a spoon for a snack. According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), The creamy nutty spread holds 7 grams of protein for every 2 0z serving
10/08/2021
Prepare for Hurricane Ian
SEPT. 26, 2022 (10 AM) -- Hurricane Ian is approaching the Gulf of Mexico and is on a path to impact the west coast of Florida
09/26/2022
Saddle and Tack Care in Florida
It is that time of year again, where your saddle and leather tack probably have some mold and mildew on them. Have you ever wondered how to properly clean your tack, oil it, and finish/condition it? Don't let that mold or mildew continue to grow on your leather, it can ruin it
07/01/2022
MAY is Beef Month!
May is Beef Month: This is a beautiful time to recognize the importance of the beef industry and to celebrate the farmers and ranchers who work hard every day to raise & care for cattle while preserving the land. According to the Florida Beef Council, Florida’s cattle industry is ranked 13th in overall cow numbers nationwide
05/16/2022
Tactics on Preventing Small Ruminant Footrot
Small Ruminant footrot is caused by an infection from two organisms: Dichelobacter Nodosus and Fusobacterium Necrophorum. Fusobacterium necrophorum is in most sheep and goat environments and can set the stage for footrot to occur
04/18/2022
Resources for Florida’s Fisheries and Aquaculture Industries Impacted by Hurricane Ian
Andrew Ropicki, Marine Resource Economics Specialist, UF/IFAS Extension, and Florida Sea Grant
Scott Jackson, Regional Specialized Agent, UF/IFAS Extension Bay County, and Florida Sea Grant
(Updated Oct 3 2022)
Hurricane Ian caused significant damage to large parts of Florida and the state’s fisheries and aquaculture industries were particularly hard hit. Several sources are available for industry members needing assistance
10/03/2022
