Breathitt County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2019 - Jun 30, 2020
| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.3) | 10 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
| 1011.4) | 10 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
| 1011.5) | 5 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
| 1011.1) | 10 |
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 |
Success Stories
Master Cattlemen Program Creates Positive Change for East KY Farmers
Author: Reed Graham
Major Program: Beef
Beef cattle operations are the economic backbone of agriculture in Eastern Kentucky. In light of recent market changes, excessive wet weather conditions, and narrowing income margins, Breathitt, Elliott, Magoffin, Morgan and Wolfe ANR agents hosted the Master Cattlemen Program. The goal of the program is to increase the overall profitability of beef producers through intensive classroom training. Fifty farmers - including twenty-two females and five new farmers - completed 10 three hour w
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