Extension
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| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.1) | 27 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
| 1011.2) | 35 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
| 1011.3) | 16 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
| 1011.4) | 32 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
| 1011.5) | 8 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
Author: Colby Guffey
Major Program: Beef
Kentucky has the largest beef herd east of the Mississippi River (Beef Logic Model). Cattle and calves make up 30% of total animal sales in Clinton County, only second to poultry and eggs (CEDIK Profile, 2014). The four county area group had offered master cattlemen, master stocker, a master grazing school, etc. It was brought to the groups attention that something specific to marketing was needed. Starting in September a cattle marketing series was offered (four sessions). Four counties partici
Author: Colby Guffey
Major Program: Beef
We often hear of the United States population being generations removed from agriculture. Even in rural Clinton County, young people are growing up with a great disconnect between themselves and where their food comes from. The Clinton County Extension Service hosted a Beef Day for 145 third grade students at Albany Elementary. The ANR Agent spoke to the group early in the day on beef cattle farming and included a discussion on beef production and how cattle are bought and sold at the local live
Author: Colby Guffey
Major Program: Beef
In early 2017 a group of local cattle producers became interested in developing a special bred heifer sale. The group saw a need for a local sale due to the lack of heifer sales in the area and producers having bred heifers to offer, through on-farm sales. The Agriculture Agents in Clinton and Cumberland Counties, as well as a representative of the Kentucky Beef Network and the local stockyards began meeting with the sale committee made up of local producers. Monthly meetings were
