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| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.3) | 8 |
Number of producers who improve genetics by Implementing a crossbreeding program and utilizing Expected Progeny Difference to meet breeding objectives |
| 1011.4) | 26 |
Number of producers who practiced efficient reproduction techniques (i.e. perform exams of pelvic area, reproduction tract scores, breeding soundness exam of bull, artificial insemination, pregnancy diagnosis or animal evaluation |
| 1011.5) | 36 |
Number of producers who Develop and implement a herd health protocol and improve animal health practices (i.e. follow BQA guidelines, read and follow product labels and obey withdrawal periods, record animal treatments, improve animal handling/welfare skills |
| 1011.1) | 37 |
Number for people who gained information on beef nutrition, animal health, genetics, reproduction, and/ or facilities and equipment |
| 1011.2) | 20 |
Number for producers who adopted best practices to improve or maintain animal nutrition by forage testing and using analysis to develop supplement program, using body conditioning scores of cows to adjust supplement programs, use a complete mineral supplement or work with an agent or nutritionist to develop feed rations |
Author: Daniel Allen
Major Program: Beef
According to the APHIS Veterinary Service and Michigan State University research, four percent of beef cows will lose a calf due to difficult births. Beef operators in Kenton County have expressed their concerns about calf loss consistent with environmental and difficult births. While best management practices like vaccine protocols and nutrition contribute to healthy calves, beef producers should be aware of the actual birth process to ensure delivery of healthy calves. The K
Author: Daniel Allen
Major Program: Beef
According to USDA economists, during the pandemic, increases in meat prices were mostly the result of declining meat supply following the closures of some meatpacking plants. USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service estimated that beef production in April 2020 was 20 percent lower than in April 2019. These shortages forced consumers to purchase meats and produce locally. According the USA News, consumers purchased 50% to 100% more freezers over pre-pandemic year so they can st
