While greenhouse gasses might be a common thought associated with beef, the industry has taken huge leaps in the direction of improved sustainability. It all starts at the hands of individual ranches, like Dark Hammock Legacy Ranch. We’re doing our part to manage waste, contribute back to the environment by nourishing native species and making [...]
The cattle and beef industry contribute to our everyday lives in the form of jobs, food, and great economic impact, both for our local community and the state of Florida. At Dark Hammock Legacy Ranch, we’re excited to be part of those numbers, and to help contribute to ranching education. We’ll break down the incredible [...]
Stop and think about it. Can you count the ways cattle ranches are great for the earth, the community, and those who get to visit and be part of them? We’re taking this time at Dark Hammock Legacy Ranch to shine some light on our pride and joy. To learn more about the work we [...]
Experienced ranchers know that a cattle’s diet requires a well-balanced mixture of minerals. In order to provide the nutrients necessary, farmers have to carefully monitor their forage and the condition of their cattle, along with any necessary supplements. Today we’ll be emphasizing the importance of copper to the health of the cattle. Visit our Dark [...]
We’ve seen beef prices increase nationwide over the last few years. Much of that impact was because of COVID, but what continues to affect the industry today? Many ranchers are struggling with the high cost of feed, and extreme weather like drought or high heat add on that burden. That causes a ripple effect that [...]
Cattle feel those extremely warm temperatures, just like we do when we’re outside in the summertime. Florida is especially prone to hot temperatures, high humidity, and unrelenting sun, so raising cattle here can prove to be a special challenge. At Dark Hammock Legacy Ranch, we’re committed to providing the best care for our cattle that [...]
Grass-fed beef makes a delicious meal. Whether you’re cooking a steak or putting a round in the slow cooker, you can come up with delicious meal options. Some people new to cooking grass-fed beef might not realize there are different cooking techniques to consider. Since grass-fed beef is different from conventionally-raised beef, there are some [...]
Learn about grazing management and how to be the best producer for your desired results. Ranching is a multi-faceted business, and requires careful thought and planning in many aspects. Today we’ll be discussing grazing management, or the process of carefully monitoring cattle and grass height to ensure desired results are being met. As a producer [...]
You want to succeed as a new farmer. You have a lot of passion for your work, and you’d like to make it pay off. Whether you’re interested in providing for a need in your community, or you’re ready to share your love of farming with the world, we’ve got some tips to help you [...]
Are you a meat lover? We may be a bit biased, but we are too. The good news - red meat does have some great health benefits we’d love to share with you. Here are some key points we’ll go over today: Contains all the Essential Amino Acids Less Saturated Fat, More Good Fat Processed [...]
