Extension
It Starts With Us
| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.3) | 200 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
| 1011.4) | 50 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
| 1011.5) | 50 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
| 1011.1) | 200 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
| 1011.2) | 350 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
Author: Nick Roy
Major Program: Beef
In Adair County, the cooperation of the Adair County Cooperative Extension Service and other local agencies and groups makes lasting impacts on the community. No better example can be found than the 25 year relationship between the Adair County Cooperative Extension Service and Adair County Cattlemen’s Association.Since 1995, both organizations have worked hand in hand to improve the Adair County beef industry. Through education, marketing of cattle, administering cost-share programs
Author: Nick Roy
Major Program: Beef
Adair County is the home of 18,800 beef cows (KY NASS) which contribute over $13 million to the local economy. (USDA Ag Census 2017). With a cow to bull ratio of 25:1 and a useful life of a bull averaging 4 years, Adair County beef farmers purchase nearly 200 bulls each year. 75% of the genetics of retained heifers can be traced to the bulls farmers have used in the past five years. Therefore the importance of bull selection goes far beyond just a few calf crops.In 2019,
