Hardin County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
| 1081 - Farm Management, Economics and Policy | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1081.1) | 40 |
Number of people who increased their knowledge of Ag Policy including: Farm Bill and Environmental issues |
| 1081.2) | 32 |
Number of people who recognize methods to reduce risk and improve farm profit |
| 1081.3) | 4 |
Number of people who discussed and compared leasing agreements and options |
| 1081.4) | 200 |
Number of people who increased knowledge of farm health and safety practices (i.e. farm safety days, disaster preparedness, equipment demonstrations, farmers dinner theater) |
| 1081.5) | 20 |
Number of people who improved or maintained record keeping practices |
| 1081.6) | 20 |
Number of people who incorporated technology to effectively manage farm operations |
| 1081.7) | 0 |
Number of people who applied marketing techniques for meat animals |
| 1081.8) | 50 |
Number of people who adopted practices or adapted equipment for safety (i.e. Agribility, install roll over bar) |
| 1081.8) | 25 |
Number of people who applied marketing techniques including futures and options to reduce risk levels for crops |
| 1081.10) | 10 |
Number of farmers adopting new technologies in agriculture production |
| 1081.11) | 20 |
Number of people who improved equipment or facilities |
| 1081.12) | 25 |
Number of people who increased profits, reduced expenses, and/or reduced risk |
Success Stories
Preparing to Leave Assets to the next Generation (PLAN)
Author: Ashley Norton
Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy
In the most recent Hardin County Extension needs assessment survey, the top two priorities identified by the community were the sustainability of family farms and preserving/managing agricultural land—both of which are at risk when families do not have a plan in place for the future transfer of assets. To address this critical need, the Hardin County Cooperative Extension Service developed the P.L.A.N. (Protecting Land and Assets Now) program, designed to educate farm families, landowners,
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Farm Business Basics
Author: Ashley Norton
Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy
The sustainability of family farms and proper management of agricultural land were identified as top priorities in the Hardin County Extension needs assessment. Many local producers, particularly beginning farmers or those transitioning farms across generations, lack the knowledge or tools to effectively manage farm finances, navigate business structures, or utilize available agricultural support resources. Recognizing this need, the Hardin County Cooperative Extension Service launched the Farm
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