Gallatin County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2021 - Jun 30, 2022





1081 - Farm Management, Economics and Policy
1081.4) 23

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) 13

Number of people who increased profits, reduced expenses,  and/or reduced risk

1081.11) 9

Number of people who improved equipment or facilities

1081.10) 3

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) 0

Number of people who incorporated technology to effectively manage farm operations

1081.7) 3

Number of people who applied marketing techniques for meat animals

1081.5) 6

Number of people who improved or maintained record keeping practices

1081.2) 10

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) 0

Number of  people who increased their knowledge of Ag Policy including: Farm Bill and Environmental issues



Success Stories

Keeping the "Service" in the Gallatin County Extension Service

Author: David Hull

Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy

The Gallatin County ANR Agent emphasizes the word "service" in our organization's name. He feels there is no better way than hands-on, face-to-face interaction to show the community his dedication to the people who reside here. He is also very cognizant of the fact that it's local taxpayers who pay Extension's bills! This very fact helps to motivate him to be the best public servant he can be.Farm and garden visits are excellent examples of this hands-on type of service. Du

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