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| 1081 - Farm Management, Economics and Policy | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1081.5) | 14 |
Number of people who improved or maintained record keeping practices |
| 1081.2) | 23 |
Number of people who recognize methods to reduce risk and improve farm profit |
| 1081.7) | 3 |
Number of people who applied marketing techniques for meat animals |
| 1081.6) | 2 |
Number of people who incorporated technology to effectively manage farm operations |
| 1081.8) | 1 |
Number of people who applied marketing techniques including futures and options to reduce risk levels for crops |
| 1081.8) | 2 |
Number of people who adopted practices or adapted equipment for safety (i.e. Agribility, install roll over bar) |
| 1081.10) | 6 |
Number of farmers adopting new technologies in agriculture production |
| 1081.11) | 3 |
Number of people who improved equipment or facilities |
| 1081.12) | 8 |
Number of people who increased profits, reduced expenses, and/or reduced risk |
| 1081.4) | 25 |
Number of people who increased knowledge of farm health and safety practices (i.e. farm safety days, disaster preparedness, equipment demonstrations, farmers dinner theater) |
| 1081.3) | 3 |
Number of people who discussed and compared leasing agreements and options |
| 1081.1) | 5 |
Number of people who increased their knowledge of Ag Policy including: Farm Bill and Environmental issues |
Author: April Wilhoit
Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy
The Fleming County Extension Service Ag Advisory Council had discussed wanting a large program in the community that would be similar to the old June Dairy Days. With collaboration of the Advisory Group and Buffalo Trace County Agents the 2023 Area Farm Field Day came to fruition. The program was geared toward a wide array of topics to provide interest opportunities with a variety of folks. Topics included: All About Bees; General Sheep and Goat Production; Cattle Vaccine
Author: April Wilhoit
Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy
Kentucky is the largest cattle producing state east of the Mississippi River. A lot of great cattle are being grown and sold in the markets around the commonwealth however some of are lacking in feed and nutrition. Additionally, knowing and understanding what the cattle markets are looking for is also an important management tool for farmers. The Buffalo Trace County Area has hosted the Cattle Grading/Body Condition program for many years. 2024 was the first year that it
