Adair County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2018 - Jun 30, 2019
| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.1) | 120 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
| 1011.2) | 43 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
| 1011.3) | 43 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
| 1011.4) | 0 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
| 1011.5) | 15 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
Success Stories
Beef IRM Farm Program Works!
Author: Nick Roy
Major Program: Beef
The UK Beef IRM Farm Program is a collaborative effort between UK Extension Agents and beef Specialists in the UK CAFE designed to increase the use of production practices that favor high reproductive rates in the cow herd. This program is delivered through on-farm learning to demonstrate the benefits of implementing these production practices.Adair County beef producer Mr. Lee Graves has been a part of the program since early spring 2017. Before enrolling in the program, the calving season was
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