Extension
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Contributed.
with Local Stakeholders.
of Multistate Efforts.
of Volunteers Engaged.
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
7141 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
6087 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
6991 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
7612 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
8673 |
In response to the shutdown resulting from the spread of COVID-19, the team of Beef extension specialists and faculty developed a series of weekly agent updates and trainings using the Zoom video conferencing platform. On April 23rd, 2020 the topic that was presented was “Alternatives to distillers grains in beef cattle diets”. Distillery by-products are a common staple in beef cattle diets and are used to supply protein. These by-products are produced as part of the beverage and fuel ethanol in...
