Taylor County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2017 - Jun 30, 2018
| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.1) | 0 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
| 1011.2) | 29 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
| 1011.3) | 0 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
| 1011.4) | 4 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
| 1011.5) | 7 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
Success Stories
Beef Production
Author: Patrick Hardesty
Major Program: Beef
With approximately 12,000 beef cows in Taylor County, income ranks third in the state. To improve profits and sustainability, educational meetings were conducted in cooperation with the Taylor County Cattlemen’s Association. These meetings included topics on Nutrition, Beef Updates, Mineral, Sire Selection and Forage Selection. Due to educational meetings and member benefits, membership is at 252. Interest in educational programs has stimulated producers to take advantage of the CAIP progr
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Center of Kentucky Master Cattlewomen Shortcourse
Author: Patrick Hardesty
Major Program: Beef
According to the 2012 Ag. Census, Taylor County has 5,642 acres on 63 farms with a woman as principal operator. This is a loss of 7 farms and 600 acres from the 2007 Ag Census. With the loss of women as principal farm operators, Adair, Green and Taylor County Extension Services cooperated in conducting a state pilot Master Cattlewoman Shortcourse. The shortcourse was developed to enhance the participants’ knowledge of beef production, to network with each other and promote leadership
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