Month: October 2024

New World Screwworm

(Cochliomyia hominivorax) The New World Screwworm is a disease caused by the larvae of a fly that deposits its eggs in any open wound regardless of its size. Keep an eye out for any injuries or scratches caused by farm fences.If you have animals with wounds, disinfect and treat them

Froghopper Assessment & Identification at BLPA Model Farm

Biological control using fungal application of Metarhizium and Effective Microorganism (EM) will be applied to alleviate this growing problem in the Livestock Industry. Please watch video below which will be explaining more about this topic. English Version Spanish Version

The Belize Beef Fest & Rodeo 2024 Highlights

On August 17, 2024, the Belize Livestock Producers’ Association proudly hosted its third annual Belize Beef Fest and Rodeo. We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed to making this event a remarkable success, especially our generous sponsors.
This year’s Beef Fest attracted over 1,800 enthusiastic attendees, marking another milestone in our journey to celebrate Belize’s rich cattle ranching heritage. We extend a special thank you to all the vendors who set up booths and showcased their offerings, adding to the vibrant atmosphere of the event.
Congratulations are also in order for the winners of our Grilling Competition. Your skill and creativity truly elevated the festivities.
Thank you all for your support and participation. We look forward to seeing you at next year’s Beef Fest!