Extension
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| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.4) | 40 |
Number of producers who practiced efficient reproduction techniques (i.e. perform exams of pelvic area, reproduction tract scores, breeding soundness exam of bull, artificial insemination, pregnancy diagnosis or animal evaluation |
| 1011.5) | 54 |
Number of producers who Develop and implement a herd health protocol and improve animal health practices (i.e. follow BQA guidelines, read and follow product labels and obey withdrawal periods, record animal treatments, improve animal handling/welfare skills |
| 1011.1) | 350 |
Number for people who gained information on beef nutrition, animal health, genetics, reproduction, and/ or facilities and equipment |
| 1011.2) | 0 |
Number for producers who adopted best practices to improve or maintain animal nutrition by forage testing and using analysis to develop supplement program, using body conditioning scores of cows to adjust supplement programs, use a complete mineral supplement or work with an agent or nutritionist to develop feed rations |
| 1011.3) | 20 |
Number of producers who improve genetics by Implementing a crossbreeding program and utilizing Expected Progeny Difference to meet breeding objectives |
Author: Nick Roy
Major Program: Beef
The Adair County Cooperative Extension Service provides educational programs, research, demonstrations, and services to help farmer improve beef production. According to USDA, Over 500 farmers care for 37,500 head of cattle in Adair County.The Basic Beef program cooperates with local farmers to implement practices in reproduction, genetic improvements, and forage management. Research conducted on local farms measuring improvements in soil fertility by unrolling hay during winter-feedi
Author: Nick Roy
Major Program: Beef
In Adair County, Beef and Dairy cattle generates just over $50 million dollars in revenue according to the 2022 Ag Census. Adoption of BQCA practices help to ensure consumers receive and quality and wholesome product. Furthermore, the National Premise ID program can help trace livestock in the event of a emergency and can aid in protecting farmer's livestock and investments.During the month of April 2024, the Adair County Cooperative Extension Service focused efforts on BQCA certificat
