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| 1081 - Farm Management, Economics and Policy | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1081.4) | 0 |
Number of people who increased knowledge of farm health and safety practices (i.e. farm safety days, disaster preparedness, equipment demonstrations, farmers dinner theater) |
| 1081.12) | 12 |
Number of people who increased profits, reduced expenses, and/or reduced risk |
| 1081.11) | 10 |
Number of people who improved equipment or facilities |
| 1081.10) | 23 |
Number of farmers adopting new technologies in agriculture production |
| 1081.8) | 0 |
Number of people who adopted practices or adapted equipment for safety (i.e. Agribility, install roll over bar) |
| 1081.8) | 0 |
Number of people who applied marketing techniques including futures and options to reduce risk levels for crops |
| 1081.6) | 21 |
Number of people who incorporated technology to effectively manage farm operations |
| 1081.7) | 5 |
Number of people who applied marketing techniques for meat animals |
| 1081.5) | 17 |
Number of people who improved or maintained record keeping practices |
| 1081.2) | 0 |
Number of people who recognize methods to reduce risk and improve farm profit |
| 1081.3) | 0 |
Number of people who discussed and compared leasing agreements and options |
| 1081.1) | 172 |
Number of people who increased their knowledge of Ag Policy including: Farm Bill and Environmental issues |
Author: Phillip Long
Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy
Since we use these stories as a resource for multiple requests, don’t restrict Success Stories only to traditional Extension appointments and activities. Any accomplishments and efforts that are noteworthy may be included.Recently, the hot temperatures that we normally have in Kentucky in early summer, have created problems in ponds for farmers and homeowners alike. Algae that are produced in farm ponds can be a nuisance for farmers who rely on this source for livestock water. Algae c
