In this episode of Cow Talks, host Marcelo Wallau is joined by disaster and economics experts Drs. Christa Court and Angela Lindsey to examine the far-reaching impacts of Florida’s recent winter freeze events. From crop losses and disrupted market windows to long-term effects on livestock systems, the conversation explores how a rare combination of cold temperatures and drought led to billions in damages. This is a deep dive into how agricultural systems respond and adapt under pressure.

For more information, check out the links below.

• UF/IFAS Economic Impact Analysis Program (EIAP)https://go.ufl.edu/eiap
• UF/IFAS Disaster Impact Analysishttps://go.ufl.edu/disasters
• UF/IFAS EIAP Winter Freeze Event Resources (English + Español)https://go.ufl.edu/winter26freezeagimpacts2026https://go.ufl.edu/impactosagricolashelada2026  
• Extension Disaster Education Networkhttps://extensiondisaster.net/
• Florida Extension Disaster Education Networkhttps://piecenter.com/fl-eden/
• USDA Secretarial Natural Disaster Designation (Florida - Winter Freeze Events - as of March 5, 2026)https://www.fsa.usda.gov/news-events/news/03-05-2026/usda-designates-26-florida-counties-natural-disaster-areas-due-winter 
• USDA - Farm Service Agency Service Center Locatorhttps://www.farmers.gov/working-with-us/service-center-locator