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| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.3) | 6 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
| 1011.4) | 87 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
| 1011.5) | 200 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
| 1011.1) | 268 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
| 1011.2) | 440 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
Author: Victor Williams
Major Program: Beef
On December 17, 2019, four ANR agents, four University specialists and thirty-six producers from Laurel, Jackson, Clay, Knox, and Whitley counties came together for an entire day of profit increasing and cost cutting information to be used for their cattle operations. Producers learned how to manage overhead costs, manage the costs of hay production, understand the depreciation of breeding stock, improve winter feeding practices, determine correct stocking rates, and manage farm taxes.Producers
Author: Victor Williams
Major Program: Beef
On-farm studies provide an opportunity to build relationships with clientele while answering applied science questions. Beef specialist Dr. Lehmkuhler and Ben Crites contacted me about participating in a beef mineral study. An on-farm study involving eight counties, including Laurel County, teamed up Extension agents with producers to investigate cattle visitation to mineral feeders using the low-cost technology of game cameras. I worked with three different beef producers. Th
Author: Victor Williams
Major Program: Beef
Beef Quality Assurance TrainingThe growing general public’s discourse of livestock handling and beef quality was identified as a concern of the Laurel County Cattleman’s Association and the Laurel County Agricultural Advisory Council. The Laurel County Extension Service has offered the Beef Quality and Care Assurance (BQCA) Program in response to this concern. BQCA is a national training course developed by USDA and the beef industry. Through participation i
