Livestock & Crops
Promoting Commodities & Crop Production
Anderson
Beef
Forages
Grains
- 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.
- 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.
- Use proper handling techniques for livestock.
- Develop a grazing plan for each operation.
- Implement on farm trials of grain crops.
- Develop proper record keeping techniques for the farming operation.
- Awareness of forage variety trial information.
- Identify herbicide resistant pests in grain crops.
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
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