Extension
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| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.1) | 5 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
| 1011.2) | 25 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
| 1011.3) | 50 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
| 1011.4) | 6 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
| 1011.5) | 35 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
Author: Jay Hettmansperger
Major Program: Beef
Beef cattle remains one of the top agriculture commodities in our region but input prices and markets present challenges for producers. County ANR agents in Boyle, Garrard, Mercer and Lincoln counties teamed up to offer the Master Cattlemen program, an intense 10 session look at all aspects of beef cattle production. Agents worked with specialists to offer the program rotating each session throughout the area and as a result saw an increased number of producers participating in the program. Thir
Author: Jay Hettmansperger
Major Program: Beef
The Kentucky Beef Conference has been held in Lexington, Ky for several years. Over 200 beef producers converge on the Fayette County Extension Office every December to here what is happening in the beef industry that will affect their bottom line. University of Kentucky specialist present programs and information that producers can take home and make their operations more profitable. A representative from Cattle Fax presents where the industry is headed in the next year. Producers u
