Boone County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025





1072 - Forages
1072.7) 0

Number of producers who planted or started using any alternative forage for grazing

1072.5) 3

Number of producers who improved and/or used temporary fencing  

1072.4) 3

Number of producers who developed or implemented a grazing plan

1072.3) 25

Number of producers who used Extension recommendations to improve quality of haylage/silage storage  

1072.2) 37

Number of people who made decisions based on Extension research including interseeding clover/legume, using cover crops and/or alternate forage species

1072.6) 3

Number of producers who conducted on-farm demonstrations or applied research trials  

1072.1) 52

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



Success Stories

Fall Pasture Management

Author: Gary Stockton

Major Program: Forages

17 farmers and landowners gathered in Boone County to attend a Fall Pasture Management class. With the increasing need for efficient land use and sustainable farming practices, this class was designed to address key challenges in pasture health and productivity.The class covered essential topics such as soil nutrients, overseeding, and grazing management. These elements are critical for improving pasture conditions, increasing forage production, and ultimately enhancing livestock performance.Par

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