1011 - Beef | ||
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1011.1) | 75 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
1011.2) | 120 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
1011.3) | 25 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
1011.4) | 150 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
1011.5) | 129 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
Author: Victor Williams
Major Program: Beef
~~As the local agricultural focus continues to diversify from tobacco to other areas, beef cattle has become the main livestock production choice for Laurel County farmers. To help local beef producers increase profits, the Laurel County Cooperative Extension Office collaborated with the Laurel County Cattlemen’s Association to present a series of educational workshops and demonstrations geared toward improving production practices. Educational topics featured: beef futur
Author: Victor Williams
Major Program: Beef
The annual Laurel County Cattlemen’s Heifer sale has been conducted each spring for the last six years at the Massey Limousin Farms private sale facility. In preparation for the sale, the Cattlemen would spend several days cleaning and retrofitting the facility to accommodate approximately 100 heifers raised by up to 16 producers. After the sale, the Cattlemen would spend several more days cleaning the facility and repairing damage done by crowded and stressed animals. Wet w