Food Safety Is National Security Issue
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 [...]
Agritourism Pays Off for Business Owners and the Community
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. [...]
Ranching Decisions Weight Heavily on Grazing Success
As ranchers, we know a lot goes into the product we create. We’re purchasing insurance for the farm, maintaining pastures, cutting and baling dry forage, maintaining buildings on property, breeding and selling livestock, and keeping up with veterinary records and [...]
Are You Taking Advantage of the Greenbelt Exemption?
With prices of goods high, we’re all trying to save money where we can. You might be able to get a discount on your taxes by qualifying for an exemption with the Greenbelt Law. This law in Florida is designed [...]
USDA Expands Coverage to Include Tropical Storms
Floridians are no stranger to hurricanes and tropical storms, and now there’s more coverage to help farmers protect their assets. The USDA offers crop insurance, with options expanding in 2020 and now again in 2023. In today’s blog from Dark [...]
Grass-Fed Beef Has More Omega-3s, but Why Does That Matter?
Grass-fed beef is commonly marketed as a healthier type of beef, but what makes it that way? Omega-3 fatty acids are a part of that equation, as they are essential nutrients that have a big impact on your health. These [...]