Fleming County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2018 - Jun 30, 2019





1011 - Beef
1011.1) 2

Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs
1011.2) 10

Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices
1011.3) 0

Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation
1011.4) 0

Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques
1011.5) 2

Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls


Success Stories

Master Cattleman Program

Author: April Wilhoit

Major Program: Beef

Eight beef producers from Fleming County participated in the 2018 Master Cattleman Program.  The collaborative effort between the five counties of the Buffalo Trace area saw a total attendance of 29 attendees.  The program lasted 10 weeks with a variety of topics dealing with cattle management.  One local farm supply store sent 5 of their employees to the trainings for employee training.     

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