Extension
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Author: Allison Tucker
Major Program: Hay testing
Many livestock producers do not test their hay. Determining and understanding the quality of their forage is vital in ensuring that the nutritional needs of their animals are being met. Hay testing gives the producers the information needed to provide a balanced nutrition plan. Which in turn will help prevent them from over/under feeding, not meeting animals’ nutritional needs, and wasting money.The Central Kentucky Hay Contest was created with the purpose of educating about forage test an
Author: Jessica Barnes
Major Program: Hay testing
The majority of livestock producers in Harrison County do not test their hay. Determining and understanding forage quality is necessary to provide a balanced diet for the livestock being fed. Hay testing can provide data that producers and Cooperative Extension Agents use to ensure the nutritional needs of the animal are being met. Without hay testing, producers are under or over feeding - leading to poor allocation of resources, inadequate animal needs and wasted money. The Ce
Author: Holly Bowman
Major Program: Hay testing
Bracken County’s participation in the Eastern Kentucky Hay Contest this year was nothing short of extraordinary. With 146 samples collected from 50 producers, the contest showcased not only the quality of our local hay but also the strong community of farmers who dedicate themselves to excellence.In previous years, participation was modest, with only about 25 samples from 8 farms. But this year, as the new Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent, I saw an opportunity to grow the program an
