Extension
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| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.3) | 0 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
| 1011.4) | 17 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
| 1011.5) | 15 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
| 1011.1) | 0 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
| 1011.2) | 15 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
Author: Chuck Flowers
Major Program: Beef
According to the 2017 Ag Census, over 38,000 farms in Kentucky have beef cattle and over 64,000 head in the western counties of Caldwell, Calloway, Crittenden, Carlisle, Livingston, Lyon, and Marshall Counties. Cattle producers have experienced market volatility the past few years. The KY Department of Ag Livestock and Grain Market Report shows 2019 prices below the five year average in many cattle categories. To address this volatility and showcase ways to improve profitability, specialists fro
Author: Chuck Flowers
Major Program: Beef
Bull Assessment With 73 % of Carlisle County in Farms we decided to help beef producers with bull buying options. Buying the right bull can effect herd profitability. In order to improve beef herd management two meetings were held with Carlisle,Calloway, Marshall, and Livingston. The beef specialist discussed bull traits and balance need to pass on a good quality calf. In the second meeting producers were given bull statistics, a scenario of a cattle herd and they had to b
