Livestock ProductionPlan of Work

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Carroll County CES

Title:
Livestock Production
MAP:
Agriculture Enhancement and Sustainability
Agents Involved:
Christin Herbst, Joyce Doyle, Cathy Jansen
MAJOR PROGRAM 1:
Beef
MAJOR PROGRAM 2:
Small Ruminants
MAJOR PROGRAM 3:
Ag Water Quality Program
MAJOR PROGRAM 4:
Agriculture 4-H Core Curriculum
Situation:

According to the 2012 Census of Agriculture, Carroll County has 278 farms consisting of 53,562 total acres (61.09% of the total county acreage). The market value of products sold was reported to be $6,441,000 (20% increase from 2007). Livestock sales contributed 30% ($1,938,000) of the total value.


The National Agriculture Statistic Service (NASS) reports the following individual livestock sales:


Cattle:$1,859,000

Swine:$39,000

Sheep and goats:$29,000

Equine: $6,000

Poultry:$5,000


The 2012 Census of Agriculture also estimates the following inventory in Carroll County: 7,905 cattle and calves, 450 goats, 406 horses and ponies, 366 layers, 135 sheep and lambs, and 96 hogs and pigs.


Livestock production is an important element of agriculture production in Carroll County, and managing it correctly is essential to the success of other production systems in the county, as well as environmental protection.


Agriculture representatives of the County Extension Council, County Agricultural Development Council, and County Cattlemen’s Association as well as day-to-day clientele have identified cattle and goat production, water quality, best management practices, and marketing as priorities for Extension programming. In addition, the 4-H Council feels the need exists to educate youth about the impact that agriculture makes on their daily lives.

Long-Term Outcomes:

•Maximize profits for livestock producers.

•Minimize the environmental impact on air, soil, and water.

•Youth will engage in entrepreneurial enterprise.

•Youth will gain and maintain employment resulting from life skill development through 4-H.

•Youth will be advocates for agriculture and healthy and sustainable food systems.

Intermediate Outcomes:

•Producers adopt best management practices for proper livestock handling techniques.

•Producers have complete, up-to-date Kentucky Ag Water Quality (KYAWQ) Plans on file at the Conservation District Office.

•Youth will practice and apply skills and knowledge in the production of food and fiber in the areas of plant sciences, horticulture and animal sciences.

•Youth will adopt and practice skills that contribute to employability.

•Youth can explain the role of agriculture in daily life to others.

•Youth will set a goal and accomplish it.

•Youth can influence the purchase of Kentucky Proud products.

•Youth can practice entrepreneurship skills related to agriculture and food systems.

Initial Outcomes:

•Producers learn how to handle cattle and other livestock properly.

•Youth will gain knowledge and skills in the production of food and fiber in the areas of plant sciences, horticulture and animal sciences.

•Youth will gain an understanding of healthy and sustainable food systems.

•Youth will develop valuable life-skills, including decision-making, communications, record-keeping, leadership and service.

Evaluation:

Outcome:

Long term

Indicator:

Increase in livestock cash receipts.

Method:

NASS information from the Kentucky Field Office—County summary given for each year

Timeline:

2 – 4 years


Outcome:

Intermediate

Indicator:

More people involved in BQA and Cattle Handling & Care Certification. More people with complete KYAWQ Plans.

Method:

Registration numbers of BQA increase. Number of KYAWQ Plans completed increase.

Timeline:

1 – 1 ½ years


Outcome:

Initial

Indicator:

Increased participation in learning workshops.

Method:

Attendance Sheets

Timeline:

8 months – 1 year

Learning Opportunities:

Audience:

Carroll County Livestock Producers

Project or Activity:

Beef Quality and Care Assurance (BQCA) Certification

Content or Curriculum:

Beef Quality and Care Assurance Program, utilizing both the video and chute-side training modules

Inputs:

Extension Agents, Staff Assistant, Kentucky Beef Council, Extension resources (publications), Time

Date:

January 12, 2017

March 9, 2017

May 11, 2017

February 6, 2018 – Genetics and Handling

March 6, 2018 – Cattle Handling Equipment 

January/March/May 2019

January/March/May 2020


Audience:

Carroll County Livestock Producers

Activity:

Carroll County Cattlemen’s Association

Content or Curriculum:

Various types of cattle production topics.

Inputs:

Extension Agents, Staff Assistant, Extension Specialists, Carroll County Cattlemen’s Association Members, Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association, Kentucky Beef Council, Extension resources (publications), Time, Money

Date:

October 24, 2016 (John Chism, Marketing)

January 23, 2017 (Dr. Matt Parker, Veterinary Feed Directive)

February 27, 2017 (Dr. Darrh Bullock, Bull Selection)

March 27, 2017 (Christin Herbst, Hay Testing and Quality)

October 23, 2017 (Paul Veech, Rain Water Display)

January 22, 2018 (Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler, Nutrition)

February 23, 2018 (Steve Higgins, Farm Infrastructure)

March 22, 2018 (Owenton Stockyards, Feeder Calf Grading School)

April 23, 2018 (Dr. Muncey Pryor, Herd Health)

January – April, September – December 2019

January – April, September – December 2020


Audience:

Carroll County Livestock Producers

Activity:

Goat and Sheep Production Classes

Content or Curriculum:

Focus on topics related to goat, sheep, and other types of livestock production that are seen in the county on a smaller scale.

Inputs:

Extension Agent, Staff Assistant, Extension Specialists, Extension resources (publications), Time, Money

Date:

February 15, 2018 (Purdue Health Webinar)

2019


Audience:

Carroll County Livestock Producers

Project or Activity:

Kentucky Ag Water Quality Plan

Content or Curriculum:

Encourage all producers to have an up-to-date and complete KYAWQ Plan on file with the Carroll County Conservation District.

Inputs:

Extension Agents, Staff Assistant, Carroll County Conservation District, KYAWQ Plan website, Extension resources (publications), Time

Date:

2018

2019


Audience:

Carroll County Livestock Producers

Activity:

Livestock Field Day

Content or Curriculum:

Spotlight model producers around the community

Inputs:

Extension Agents, Staff Assistant, Extension Specialists, Carroll County Cattlemen’s Association Members, Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association, Kentucky Beef Council, Extension resources (publications), Time, Money

Date:

September 2018


Audience:

Carroll County Youth (5-19)

Activity:

4-H Livestock Clinic

Content or Curriculum:

4-H Livestock Leader Guides and Handbooks (Poultry, Rabbit, Goat, Sheep, Beef, Swine)

Inputs:

Extension Agents, Staff Assistant, Certified and Non-certified Volunteers, Extension Specialists, Extension resources (publications), Time, Money

Date:

May 21, 2017

May 4, 2018

May 2019

May 2020


Audience:

Carroll County Livestock Producers

Activity:

Development of the Livestock Portion of the County Website

Content or Curriculum:

Online information pertaining to livestock production

Inputs:

Extension Agents, Staff Assistant, Extension Specialists, Carroll County Cattlemen’s Association Members, Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association, Kentucky Beef Council, Extension resources (publications), Time, Money

Date:

All throughout the year



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