Extension
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| 1016 - Small Ruminants (includes sheep, goats) and Exotic animals | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1016.16) | 12 |
Number of producers who adopted practices in animal nutrition |
| 1016.17) | 0 |
Number of producers who improved facilities and /or handling for flock/herd, including protection from predators |
| 1016.18) | 0 |
Number of producers who demonstrated proper use and maintenance of shearing equipment |
| 1016.19) | 5 |
Number of producers who developed a marketing plan for meat animals |
| 1016.111) | 5 |
Number of producers who developed a marketing plan for wool / fiber |
| 1016.122) | 15 |
Number of producers who made changes to parasite treatment program |
| 1016.1) | 66 |
Number of people who gained information on small ruminant operations including animal health, nutrition, breeding/ genetics, facilities and handling, environmental impact, and/or business management and marketing |
| 1016.14) | 20 |
Number of producers who adopted practices to maintain or improve animal health - including parasites |
| 1016.13) | 0 |
Number of producers who used Extension information to improve quality or quantity of dairy production |
| 1016.12) | 15 |
Number of producers using Extension information to improve genetics and reproduction |
| 1016.11) | 16 |
Number of producers who used Extension business management resources or tools to make decisions |
Author: Chelsea Sapp
Major Program: Small Ruminants (includes sheep, goats) and Exotic animals
The Central Kentucky Goat and Sheep Club has grown exponentially since all meetings and activities were put on hold from 2020 until March 2022 due to Covid and no Ag Agent in Marion County. I first found out about the sheep and goat club through some of its former members wanting to get it started back again. Since then, I have strived to meet on a consistent basis and have guest speakers teach a variety of topics of interest to producers. With the election of officers and changing and upda
