Lyon County CES Program Indicators and Success Stories - Jul 1, 2017

Lyon County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2017 - Jun 30, 2018

1011 - Beef
1011.1)	1	Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs
1011.2)	10	Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices
1011.3)	10	Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation
1011.4)	12	Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques
1011.5)	12	Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls

1011 - Beef

1011.1)

Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs

1011.2)

Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices

1011.3)

Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation

1011.4)

Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques

1011.5)

Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls

Success Stories

Improving Beef Cattle Production

Author: Susan Fox

Major Program: Beef

Improved economics and production practices on beef cattle operations was the purpose of three meetings held this in early 2018.Beef cattle producers were provided education on beef quality and care assurance (BQCA) Certification to ensure humane treatment of animals and a consistent quality product for consumers.Cattle Genetics was presented to 12 farmers by Dr. Darrh Bullock, UK Cattle Genetics Specialist to allow farms to maximize reproduction, milk production and cattle efficiency.Rejuvenati