Hurricane season is already building, so it’s time to get prepared. Don’t wait until the last moment to gather supplies, as necessary items may go out of stock. Avoid stress by viewing our list now and getting to it. Put Together Important Documents Have Extra Animal Feed Keep Medical Supplies on Hand Stock Up on [...]
We’re proud to have been feeding our community with our locally grown grass-fed beef for years, a practice we plan to continue for years to come. But what makes it so special to you? When you make a purchase from Dark Hammock Legacy Ranch, you can … Support your local economy Make healthy choices for [...]
Learning is something that never gets old. We want to continue to welcome new, learning and growing farmers into the Florida agriculture community. The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is hosting their Ag Entrepreneurship Series this summer and fall, which provides a great opportunity for new faces to get involved in [...]
This new program from the University of Florida and funded by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is a great step toward partnership and community for the farming and ranching community. Beneficial for all parties and great for the environment, this program looks to take advantage of available resources and multiply the goodness [...]
Florida’s Legislative Session of 2023 just ended, and the results are in for residents and business owners all over the state. Many laws were passed with huge wins for the agriculture industry. Here are some key accomplishments from congress from the 2023 session that farmers can look forward to: Introduced the Florida Farm TEAM Card [...]
At Dark Hammock Legacy Ranch, we’re working to protect the environment and be conscious of our impact. There are many wonderful organizations in Florida and in our local community that are exploring conservation efforts and working to keep Earth healthy and clean. One such research organization is working to learn and grow with Central Florida. [...]
Interested in protecting your land? Think yours fits the bill? Conservation easements could be a great opportunity for you. Organizations are working together to help provide protection and resources for preserving our undeveloped land in Florida. This land serves as a home for many animals that need our help. More information is available on how [...]
Inflation affects everything we do, from buying groceries to waiting on a part to come in for the air conditioner you need to fix. In March 2023, the federal government reported that inflation was down to 5 percent. However, many farmers are not seeing those numbers when it comes to their industry. In today’s blog [...]
Ranchers at Dark Hammock Legacy Ranch and all around our state work hard to provide great quality food to local residents and people across the United States. We want you to be able to put your trust in what you see at your local farmers markets or grocery store, knowing you’re choosing a label you [...]
Agritourism in Florida is unique in that it works to combine two of the biggest industries in the state. This category encompasses many different activities and events, from wine nights with live music on a peaceful ranch to farm tours. Incorporating these events into your schedule, whether from a business or attendee perspective, helps you [...]
