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Contributed.
with Local Stakeholders.
of Multistate Efforts.
of Volunteers Engaged.
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
4073 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
4434 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
3392 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
2340 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
3190 |
The Beef Integrated Reproduction Management Program developed by the University of Kentucky Beef Extension Specialists has spread throughout the Commonwealth to include counties in the central and western part of the state. The goal of the program was to develop a more controlled calving season, to incorporate better record keeping, increase weaning weights by better genetic selection, and to educate farmers on increased efficiency and profitability by using these techniques.Three Grayson County...
