Extension
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| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.3) | 136 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
| 1011.4) | 47 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
| 1011.5) | 10 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
| 1011.1) | 136 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
| 1011.2) | 58 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
Author: Adam Barnes
Major Program: Beef
A cow calf success.According to the 2017 Ag Census, over 38,000 farms in Kentucky have beef cattle and over 64,000 head in the western counties of Caldwell, Calloway, Crittenden, Carlisle, Livingston, Lyon, and Marshall Counties. Cattle producers have experienced market volatility the past few years. The KY Department of Ag Livestock and Grain Market Report shows 2019 prices below the five year average in many cattle categories. To address this volatility and showcase ways to improve profitabili
Author: Adam Barnes
Major Program: Beef
In February of 2020, beef producers from Marshall, Calloway, Graves and Livingston counties participated in a two-part Bull Value Assessment Program or "BVAP." This University of Kentucky Extension Program encourages producers to reevaluate how they make bull buying decisions. Navigating complicated sale catalogs and evaluating Expected Progeny Differences (EPDs) can be difficult and the auction itself can be very intimidating. The BVAP program provides a no risk, worry free environmen
