Extension
It Starts With Us
| 1081 - Farm Management, Economics and Policy | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1081.4) | 55 |
Number of people who increased knowledge of farm health and safety practices (i.e. farm safety days, disaster preparedness, equipment demonstrations, farmers dinner theater) |
| 1081.12) | 75 |
Number of people who increased profits, reduced expenses, and/or reduced risk |
| 1081.11) | 75 |
Number of people who improved equipment or facilities |
| 1081.10) | 5 |
Number of farmers adopting new technologies in agriculture production |
| 1081.8) | 0 |
Number of people who adopted practices or adapted equipment for safety (i.e. Agribility, install roll over bar) |
| 1081.8) | 3 |
Number of people who applied marketing techniques including futures and options to reduce risk levels for crops |
| 1081.6) | 12 |
Number of people who incorporated technology to effectively manage farm operations |
| 1081.7) | 6 |
Number of people who applied marketing techniques for meat animals |
| 1081.5) | 60 |
Number of people who improved or maintained record keeping practices |
| 1081.2) | 20 |
Number of people who recognize methods to reduce risk and improve farm profit |
| 1081.3) | 0 |
Number of people who discussed and compared leasing agreements and options |
| 1081.1) | 45 |
Number of people who increased their knowledge of Ag Policy including: Farm Bill and Environmental issues |
Author: Colby Guffey
Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy
Minor equipment breakdowns can cost producers big money in lost time or repair bills. Through discussion with local producers and the Clinton Co. ANR Agent the need for hands-on basic welding instruction was mentioned. After discussion with the Cumberland County ANR agent and the Albany Technology center welding instructor, it was decided to offer the program as a combined effort for a total of 12 participants. The class filled up within a few days of advertising. There is now a waitlist f
