Extension
It Starts With Us
| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.1) | 25 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
| 1011.2) | 49 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
| 1011.3) | 100 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
| 1011.4) | 55 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
| 1011.5) | 100 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
Author: Myron Evans
Major Program: Beef
Beef production continues to be the largest agricultural commodity in Carter County. Beef producers got spoiled with the high beef prices they were receiving in 2013-2014. We all knew it wouldn't last but it still hurt when prices fell. When prices fall, producers begin looking at ways to cut production costs. Their mineral program is where many want to cut. One producer stated that it took 2 calves just to pay for his mineral and he was going back to white salt. When another producer was de
Author: Myron Evans
Major Program: Beef
The Northeast Area Livestock Association has been conducting a group mineral order for about 15 years. In the beginning, agent obtained labels from the top minerals to find the one that wast closest to the UK IRM mineral guidelines. A Southern States mineral seemed to be the best mineral on the shelf that could be found locally. Agent obtained bids and the local Southern States Farm Store won the first bid. Agent soon discovered a mineral plant in Fleming County. The NEALA toured the
