Extension
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| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.1) | 75 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
| 1011.2) | 100 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
| 1011.3) | 200 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
| 1011.4) | 20 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
| 1011.5) | 0 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
Author: Nick Roy
Major Program: Beef
In Adair County, cattle make up the largest sector of the agriculture industry. Ranking 13th in the state, Adair County is the home of 42,000 cows and calves according to 2016 national ag statistics. In the fall of 2017, the Adair County Cooperative Extension Service offered a series of three beef management workshops focusing on the care of the growing calf. Session discussions including early life calf health, weaning practices, and quality and care assurance. &nb
Author: Nick Roy
Major Program: Beef
In Adair County, cattle operations make up 765 of the total 1243 farms. Overall, 8% of those farms are defined as having a female principal operator and 39% are defined as having a female operator involved with the farm. (USDA Census 2012). These statistics are just one example of evidence of the important role women play in agriculture. Educational efforts targeting women in agriculture is just one more method the Cooperative Extension Service improves communities within
