Extension
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| 1016 - Small Ruminants (includes sheep, goats) and Exotic animals | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1016.11) | 45 |
Number of producers who used Extension business management resources or tools to make decisions |
| 1016.12) | 0 |
Number of producers using Extension information to improve genetics and reproduction |
| 1016.13) | 1 |
Number of producers who used Extension information to improve quality or quantity of dairy production |
| 1016.14) | 0 |
Number of producers who adopted practices to maintain or improve animal health - including parasites |
| 1016.1) | 45 |
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) | 0 |
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) | 0 |
Number of producers who developed a marketing plan for meat animals |
| 1016.18) | 45 |
Number of producers who demonstrated proper use and maintenance of shearing equipment |
| 1016.17) | 0 |
Number of producers who improved facilities and /or handling for flock/herd, including protection from predators |
| 1016.16) | 0 |
Number of producers who adopted practices in animal nutrition |
Author: Jacob Ison
Major Program: Small Ruminants (includes sheep, goats) and Exotic animals
In the last 3-4 years Elliott County has become a desirable place for many folks who want to move from their more urban areas, purchase land, and be able to try their hand at some different agricultural practices. Most wanted a place to grow a garden, have some livestock and just live a more rural area lifestyle. Because of this small ruminant livestock farms have been popping up here an there and with this interest the need for small ruminant education programs in the area has rose as well.&nbs
