Grayson County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2017 - Jun 30, 2018
| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.1) | 4 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
| 1011.2) | 3 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
| 1011.3) | 0 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
| 1011.4) | 4 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
| 1011.5) | 203 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
Success Stories
Growing Grayson County Beef Field Day
Author: Whitney Carman
Major Program: Beef
Based on the 2012 Census of Agriculture, beef production in Grayson County makes up over 52% of total animal sales. Therefore, beef (and forage) education continues to be a top priority for the Grayson County Cooperative Extension Service. Grayson County Cattlemen’s and Grayson County Cooperative Extension Service have had a long standing partnership with beef and forage field days in the county. This year was no different, however the two parties decided to incorporate more educational op
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