Extension
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| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.3) | 150 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
| 1011.4) | 12 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
| 1011.5) | 25 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
| 1011.1) | 100 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
| 1011.2) | 50 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
Author: Jay Hettmansperger
Major Program: Beef
The beef cattle market prices have been fluctuating and declining during the Covid19 crisis making profits hard to come by. Garrard County beef producers have been using value added sales such as CPH-45 to increase their profits over just taking the cattle to traditional markets. The 6 producers that marketed through the CPH-45 sales in Richmond and Lexington Kentucky have reported an increase in prices of 10 to 20 cents per pound due to following the value added protocols used in th
Author: Jay Hettmansperger
Major Program: Beef
Purchasing the right bull to fit the producer's cows and to maximize the individual's marketing strategy is a decision that should take some thought and time. Several County agents and University specialist conducted a two night program on Bull Purchasing Decisions. Forty participants attended a 2 night program where they learn how to access their own cow herd and ultimate outcome they want to achieve. With the help of University specialist, they learned how to understa
