Farmers learning to increase herd efficiency
Increasing productivity of cattle herd
ANR Agent
Beef
Farm Management
Cattle production is the largest farm income in Trimble County. The Trimble County Cattleman's Association is the largest active group within extension in the county.
Cattleman will be able to take all the information given to them and improve their reproduction rates within their herds.
Utilizing research that they have been given and putting it to good use at their operations.
Producers will gain the knowledge of increasing their herds’ fertility goals.
Initial Outcome:
Indicator: Farmers increasing knowledge of reproduction practices.
Method: Direct contact with farmers.
Timeline: Fall
Intermediate Outcome:
Indicator: Use of new knowledge to implement in herds.
Method: Survey to farmers.
Timeline: Spring
Long-term Outcome:
Indicator: How many farmers have implemented new procedures on their farm.
Method: Farmers who have increased calving rates.
Timeline: Spring
Audience: Beef producers
Project or Activity: Educational meetings
Content or Curriculum: Reproduction
Inputs: Specialists, Producer testimonials, Agents
Date: July, Oct, Jan April
Audience: Beef producers
Project or Activity: Field Day
Content or Curriculum: Reproduction, Nutrition
Inputs: Agents, UK pubs, Industry Specialsits
Date: Spring
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