Bill Gaylard Family Farm, Suwannee County
At Bill Gaylard Family Farm, they combine old and new technologies to increase production, optimize efficiency and maintain the quality of soil and water resources. Some Best Management Practices that have been implemented at the farm include sod-based rotation by cross-fencing, manure distribution and no-till secondary crop production. These practices have been implemented to improve conservation, while limiting prohibitive cost inputs, nutrient waste and water usage driven from modern irrigation. The combination of these practices helps produce secondary crops that offer grass seed sales, winter foraging, and winter season hay opportunities. Overall, these strategies create an almost self-sustained and turn-key cattle operation. Bill believes it is important to use what they are given and ensure it is maintained for future generations.
