Livestock and Natural Resources
The Livestock and Natural Resources programs at the UF/IFAS Lake County Extension office offer educational support to farmers and ranchers of all sizes throughout the county. You can find information about upcoming programs and events on the UF/IFAS Lake County Extension homepage.
Livestock Production
We provide unbiased, research‑based information for many types of livestock raised in Lake County, including cattle, poultry, fish, and honeybees.
Cattle
- Florida Cow Calf Management Handbook
- Beef Cattle Nutrition
- Factors That Affect Calf Selling Price
- Florida Cattle Identification - Final Rules
Horses
Poultry
Swine
Aquaculture
Honey Bees
CONTACT
TBD: Agent Position is Being Filled. Contact our office for information regarding Livestock and Natural Resources. 352-343-4101 lake@ifas.ufl.edu
UF/IFAS Extension Lake County 1951 Woodlea Road, Tavares, FL 32778
Small Farms
- UF Small Farms Website
- Getting Started: Choosing the Correct Enterprise
- Marketing: What Can I Do With My Small Farm?
- Agricultural Loans and Grants
- Enterprise Budgets
- National Organic Program
Forage Production
Natural Resources
- Natural Resource Management Plan
- Agroforestry
- Restoring the Urban Forest Ecosystem
- Invasive Species Management