Extension
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| 1072 - Forages | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1072.1) | 114 |
Number of producers adopting improved grazing system practices |
| 1072.2) | 60 |
Number of producers adopting practices to improve grazing infrastructure (fences, water) |
| 1072.3) | 12 |
Number of producers testing stored forage |
| 1072.4) | 6 |
Number of producers utilizing ration balancing to improve livestock nutrition |
| 1072.5) | 30 |
Number of producers adopting improved hay storage practices |
| 1072.6) | 10 |
Number of producers adopting haylage/silage for improved forage quality and storage |
| 1072.7) | 40 |
Number of producers adopting improved varieties |
| 1072.8) | 25 |
Number of producers adopting one or more best management practices for optimum forage establishment for pasture or hay |
| 1072.9) | 12 |
Number of producers adopting improved practices to manage endophyte-infected tall fescue |
| 1072.10) | 20 |
Number of producers utilizing improved forage species for pasture or hay |
| 1072.11) | 0 |
Number of producers adopting practices that improve profitability |
| 1072.12) | 7 |
Number of producers utilizing UK diagnostic service for weed ID and control |
| 1072.13) | 7 |
Number of producers utilizing UK diagnostic services for plant disease control and management |
| 1072.15) | 3 |
Number of producers conducting on farm demonstrations or applied research trials |
| 1072.16) | 40 |
Number of producers adopting practices that improve environmental quality |
| 1072.17) | 18 |
Number of producers who reported improved record-keeping practices |
| 1072.18) | 30 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
Author: Levi Berg
Major Program: Forages
Henry County is known for raising superior livestock and forage, due in large part to the county’s success producing beef cattle and forages. Thus, the demand for high quality hay and other stored forages is continually increasing and producers are seeking ways in which to differentiate their end-product, whether that be the forage itself or the animals that consume it.Shelby and Henry counties partnered to host the Master Haymaker series consisting of seven sessions taught by UK specialis
