Johnson County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2019 - Jun 30, 2020
| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.3) | 8 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
| 1011.4) | 1 |
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 |
| 1011.1) | 3 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
| 1011.2) | 2 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
Success Stories
UK Helps Farm Family Navigate Post-COVID Cattle Slaughter
Author: Brian Jeffiers
Major Program: Beef
With outbreaks of coronavirus at commercial processing facilities, beef consumers and producers could find very few options for slaughter. When one Johnson County family was forced to book slaughter appointments beyond their planned dates, they sought the assistance of the Cooperative Extension Service to find an appropriate ration to maintain the appropriate weight for the eight animals until their harvest dates several months down the road. The CEA for ANR contacted the UK beef nutrition speci
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