Extension
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| 1072 - Forages | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1072.6) | 0 |
Number of producers who conducted on-farm demonstrations or applied research trials |
| 1072.1) | 65 |
Number of people who gained knowledge of forage production, management and/or profitability which could include species, best management practices for species, forage harvest and storage, pasture renovation |
| 1072.2) | 51 |
Number of people who made decisions based on Extension research including interseeding clover/legume, using cover crops and/or alternate forage species |
| 1072.3) | 9 |
Number of producers who used Extension recommendations to improve quality of haylage/silage storage |
| 1072.4) | 7 |
Number of producers who developed or implemented a grazing plan |
| 1072.5) | 36 |
Number of producers who used temporary fencing |
| 1072.7) | 5 |
Number of producers who planted or started using any alternative forage for grazing |
Author: Colby Guffey
Major Program: Forages
The problemUnwanted weeds in pastures and hayfields limit production of desirable forage species. Producers are continually looking for options to control weeds in pastures and hay fields. The educational program responseAn educational program designed with hands-on weed ID and optional control recommendations was conducted. The participants/target audienceBeef producers/others interested in controlling unwanted weeds in pasture and hay fields. Other partners (if applicable)UK Ext
Author: Colby Guffey
Major Program: Forages
The problemProducer pulled soil samples for a pasture field to receive fertilizer recommendations. After discussion with producer, upon delivering the results and fertilizer recommendations it was discovered that they had only pulled a few cores and in the "bad" areas of the field. The fertilizer recommendation was very high in regard to what would normally be recommended for pastures. The educational program responseThe producer was educated on the importance of pulli
Author: Colby Guffey
Major Program: Forages
The problemProducing stored forages for livestock is one of the highest costs for cow/calf producers. A majority of the round bales produced sit outside after being baled thus exposing the forages to the weather. Studies have shown dry matter losses of up to 50% if stored in poor drainage areas with high rainfall. Not only is dry matter % affected forages can also lose crude protein content and TDN. The educational program responseA few of producers expressed interest in
