Henry County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2019 - Jun 30, 2020
| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.3) | 120 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
| 1011.4) | 40 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
| 1011.5) | 20 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
| 1011.1) | 70 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
| 1011.2) | 90 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
Success Stories
2019 Regional Beef Field Day
Author: Levi Berg
Major Program: Beef
Henry County, like many other former tobacco dependent counties, has had a renewed push towards beef production. According to the 2012 Census of Agriculture, Henry County has nearly $1,000,000 in beef animal sales yearly, so the Henry County Extension Office joined with the Oldham County Extension Office, Shelby County Extension Office, and Trimble County Extension Office to host the 2018 Regional Beef Field Day. The 2018 Regional Beef Field Day was held at Carlile Acres in Shelby County, KY, an
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