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| 1081 - Farm Management, Economics and Policy | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1081.6) | 12 |
Number of people who incorporated technology to effectively manage farm operations |
| 1081.7) | 260 |
Number of people who applied marketing techniques for meat animals |
| 1081.1) | 123 |
Number of people who increased their knowledge of Ag Policy including: Farm Bill and Environmental issues |
| 1081.5) | 37 |
Number of people who improved or maintained record keeping practices |
| 1081.3) | 35 |
Number of people who discussed and compared leasing agreements and options |
| 1081.2) | 35 |
Number of people who recognize methods to reduce risk and improve farm profit |
| 1081.4) | 22 |
Number of people who increased knowledge of farm health and safety practices (i.e. farm safety days, disaster preparedness, equipment demonstrations, farmers dinner theater) |
| 1081.8) | 15 |
Number of people who applied marketing techniques including futures and options to reduce risk levels for crops |
| 1081.8) | 12 |
Number of people who adopted practices or adapted equipment for safety (i.e. Agribility, install roll over bar) |
| 1081.10) | 263 |
Number of farmers adopting new technologies in agriculture production |
| 1081.11) | 62 |
Number of people who improved equipment or facilities |
| 1081.12) | 266 |
Number of people who increased profits, reduced expenses, and/or reduced risk |
Author: Michelle Simon
Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy
The corona virus pandemic forced many families into disarray when the food supply chain was disrupted and many grocery stores had empty shelves. This situation drove these families to Boone County Extension seeking knowledge in raising their own food and living more sustainably without relying on big box stores. In response to this situation, Boone County ANR Agent partnered with the other northern Kentucky agriculture agents to offer the Modern Homesteading Series. This five session virtual ser
