Clay County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2018 - Jun 30, 2019
| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.1) | 12 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
| 1011.2) | 23 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
| 1011.3) | 5 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
| 1011.4) | 6 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
| 1011.5) | 18 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
Success Stories
Bull Value Assessment Program
Author: Jeffrey Casada
Major Program: Beef
After the Master Tobacco Settlement, many tobacco farmers diversified into beef cattle or increased their herd size. County Agriculture Investment Programs (CAIP) have helped producers purchase bulls and heifers through cost share arrangements. Much work has been done on heifer development; however work on bull selection has lagged. Navigating Expected Progeny Differences (EPDs) is difficult and producers usually choose to purchase through visual appraisal alone. A bull will pr
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