Extension
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Contributed.
with Local Stakeholders.
of Multistate Efforts.
of Volunteers Engaged.
Number of producers who gained knowledge of farm profitability for their enterprise(s) from Extension programming |
12355 |
Number of producers reporting increased profits and/or reduced risk due to farm management strategies learned through Extension programs |
1236 |
Number of producers reporting improved machinery management through Extension programming efforts |
659 |
Number of producers willing to adopt improved soil health/quality practices to improve profitability due to extension programming efforts |
2752 |
Number of producers who are comfortable using financial principles in their operations |
1274 |
Number of producers/landowners who better understand land leasing options (including advantages/disadvantages of each) |
756 |
Number of producers/landowners willing to make a change to their leasing strategy |
747 |
The Buffalo Trace County Agriculture and Horticulture agents hosted a four session program for women agriculturalist on topics covering production of cut flowers, pasture management, cattle handling and care, and opportunities for maximizing profits on the farm. The ladies enjoyed the hands on learning activities and were able to view first hand warm season forages and hear of the benefits and place on the farm. One of the attendees stated the benefits of the Cut Flower session as: It was releva...
