Gallatin County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2022 - Jun 30, 2023
| 1081 - Farm Management, Economics and Policy | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1081.2) | 11 |
Number of people who recognize methods to reduce risk and improve farm profit |
| 1081.5) | 9 |
Number of people who improved or maintained record keeping practices |
| 1081.7) | 3 |
Number of people who applied marketing techniques for meat animals |
| 1081.6) | 0 |
Number of people who incorporated technology to effectively manage farm operations |
| 1081.8) | 2 |
Number of people who applied marketing techniques including futures and options to reduce risk levels for crops |
| 1081.8) | 0 |
Number of people who adopted practices or adapted equipment for safety (i.e. Agribility, install roll over bar) |
| 1081.10) | 7 |
Number of farmers adopting new technologies in agriculture production |
| 1081.11) | 13 |
Number of people who improved equipment or facilities |
| 1081.12) | 16 |
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) | 0 |
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 |
Success Stories
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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