Livestock & CropsPlan of Work
Cumberland County CES
Title:
Livestock & Crops
MAP:
Promoting Commodities & Crop Production
Agents Involved:
Anderson
MAJOR PROGRAM 1:
Beef
MAJOR PROGRAM 2:
Forages
MAJOR PROGRAM 3:
Grains
Situation:
- Poultry and cattle make up 99% of animal sales by type according to the CEDIK county profile (CEDIK, 2014). Livestock and forage systems for those animals are a top priority for farmers in the county. With fluctuating cattle prices, producers are looking for ways to better market their cattle to bring top dollar. Grain producers are looking for ways to cut costs and maximize production with falling grain prices.
Long-Term Outcomes:
- Improved genetic quality and end product for enhanced consumer confidence in the industry.
- Improved sustainability of forage-based livestock systems.
- Maximize profits for grain producers.
Intermediate Outcomes:
- Use proper handling techniques for livestock.
- Develop a grazing plan for each operation.
- Implement on farm trials of grain crops.
Initial Outcomes:
- Develop proper record keeping techniques for the farming operation.
- Awareness of forage variety trial information.
- Identify herbicide resistant pests in grain crops.
Evaluation:
Initial Outcome: Improvement in overall livestock management and handling from livestock producers.
Indicator: Management changes on the farm.
Method: Surveys and site visits.
Timeline: Year around at various times.
Initial Outcome: Participation in county programming increases.
Indicator: Attendance numbers.
Method: Rosters.
Timeline: Spring, Fall, & Winter
Learning Opportunities:
Audience: Cattle Producers
Project or Activity: BQCA Training
Content or Curriculum: BQCA Training Materials
Inputs: UK Specialists & industry professionals
Date: January, February, and October
Audience: Cattle Producers
Project or Activity: Clinton-Cumberland Cattleman’s Meetings
Content or Curriculum: Various Topics
Inputs: UK Specialists & industry professionals
Date: Quarterly (March, June, September, & December)
Audience: Forage Producers
Project or Activity: Production Meetings
Content or Curriculum: Various Topics
Inputs: UK Specialists & industry professionals
Date: Late Winter & Late Fall
Audience: Poultry Producers
Project or Activity: Production Meetings
Content or Curriculum: Various Topics
Inputs: UK Specialists & industry professionals
Date: Bi-Annual
Audience: Grain Producers
Project or Activity: Production Meetings
Content or Curriculum: Various Topics
Inputs: UK Specialists & industry professionals
Date: Annually
Audience: All Producers
Project or Activity: CAIP Trainings
Content or Curriculum: Various Topics
Inputs: UK Specialists & industry professionals
Date: Fall
Success Stories
Emergency Conservation Program
Author: Chelsey Anderson
Major Program: Water and Soil Quality and Conservation
On May 4th, 2021, Cumberland County suffered from major flooding across the area. Producers lost crops, structures, livestock, etc. In the immediate aftermath, the Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) agent worked along with the county emergency manager (EM), the local Farm Service agency (FSA), and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to access the damage. Producers were notified via social media and word of mouth to take photos and send them to the local FSA office to document
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Soil Samples
Author: Chelsey Anderson
Major Program: Soil testing
For the year 2020-2021, the Cumberland County Extension Office conducted a total of 176 soil samples. This is up 13 from the previous years. With COVID being in full swing during the 2020 growing season, it is believed that this increase is from more people wanting to grow their own fruits and vegetables. The overall amount may not seem like much, however, in total 18 were new clients who had never turned in samples prior to this year.
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