Starting a ranch is no small task, but if you’re considering it, odds are you’ve been thinking about it for a while. It’s important to do things the right way to get yourself and the production set up for success later on. Taking the correct legal actions now can save you from a headache later, [...]
Marbling — it’s the white, fatty part in a great steak. But what does it mean, how does it influence flavor, and what should you be looking for in your marbling? We’ll give you the rundown on marbling today and what it means for your steak. From a variety of grass-fed beef recipes to cattle-raising [...]
Wedding planning is stressful, and one of the hardest parts can be picking your venue. There are so many things to consider: the guest capacity, the rain plan, the proximity of the ceremony and the reception, what’s provided, and how to serve food. Dark Hammock Legacy Ranch is pleased to host weddings. We think you’ll [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Shrink is not a small problem in the beef industry. Shrink in beef cattle is the amount of weight lost when moving from one location to another, whether that’s from pasture to working facilities, ranch to feedlot, etc. It can be caused by a number of factors, but when not properly calculated and considered can [...]
With over 12 million acres of pasture land in Florida, the Florida Cattlemen’s Association and the Florida Department of Agriculture are determined to cultivate clean resources in the state. That means implementing pollution prevention and reduction strategies. Organizations have worked together to accomplish this in a number of ways, including recommending “best management practices” (BMPs) [...]
External parasites can be irritating to your herd, but they can also pose a serious threat. These nasty buggers can feed on the cow’s blood, skin and hair. Their bites and wounds can cause pain to the animal. More serious though is the threat of disease transmission through bites from an infected animal to a [...]
Cobalt is an important mineral for cattle, especially for calves. Cows get their supply of cobalt from the soil, but when it’s lacking there, they will require supplements to make up for it. Cobalt helps synthesize vitamin B12, which is essential for energy metabolism and the production of red blood cells. Learn about some signs [...]
If you’ve been reading our blogs for a while, you’re likely a fan, or at least curious, about grass-fed ranching. There are some different options this entails, like entirely grass-fed beef or grass-fed with a grain finish. Both of these are a huge step away from conventional farming, changing not only feeding practices but how [...]