Extension
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| 1016 - Small Ruminants (includes sheep, goats) and Exotic animals | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1016.11) | 12 |
Number of producers who used Extension business management resources or tools to make decisions |
| 1016.12) | 9 |
Number of producers using Extension information to improve genetics and reproduction |
| 1016.13) | 3 |
Number of producers who used Extension information to improve quality or quantity of dairy production |
| 1016.14) | 12 |
Number of producers who adopted practices to maintain or improve animal health - including parasites |
| 1016.1) | 12 |
Number of people who gained information on small ruminant operations including animal health, nutrition, breeding/ genetics, facilities and handling, environmental impact, and/or business management and marketing |
| 1016.122) | 6 |
Number of producers who made changes to parasite treatment program |
| 1016.111) | 0 |
Number of producers who developed a marketing plan for wool / fiber |
| 1016.19) | 2 |
Number of producers who developed a marketing plan for meat animals |
| 1016.18) | 0 |
Number of producers who demonstrated proper use and maintenance of shearing equipment |
| 1016.17) | 5 |
Number of producers who improved facilities and /or handling for flock/herd, including protection from predators |
| 1016.16) | 12 |
Number of producers who adopted practices in animal nutrition |
Author: Dee Heimgartner
Major Program: Small Ruminants (includes sheep, goats) and Exotic animals
The problem Crittenden County is home to several goat and sheep producers including several that consider themselves new to the business. Information on producing quality small ruminants can sometimes be hard to find. Crittenden County Extension ANR Agent Dee Heimgartner has worked with industry partners to provide learning opportunities to local producers.The educational program response Kentucky Sheep and Goat Development Office has worked diligently to provide educational videos to producers.
