1011 - Beef | ||
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1011.1) | 13 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
1011.2) | 32 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
1011.3) | 29 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
1011.4) | 19 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
1011.5) | 3 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
Author: Curtis Dame
Major Program: Beef
Feed is the number one cost associated with producing beef cattle. Therefore; forage management is a key component to reducing that cost. This agent and Darrell Simpson, Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources in Muhlenberg County hosted a farm tour in September 2018 on local producer's farm located in White Plains, Kentucky. Thirteen producers participated in the evening tour and gained information regarding the body condition scores of cows, brood cow management, utilizing ha