Union County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2019 - Jun 30, 2020
| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.3) | 45 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
| 1011.4) | 34 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
| 1011.5) | 0 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
| 1011.1) | 45 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
| 1011.2) | 45 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
Success Stories
Union County Cattlemen's Association Stockyard Visit
Author: Meagan Diss
Major Program: Beef
In western Kentucky, stockyards are few and far between for farmers in Union county. In order to expose our farmers to new and larger markets, the Union County Cattlemen’s Association sent five producers to visit Bluegrass Stockyards in Lexington, Kentucky. Jim Akers lead the group around the facility and explained how they are able to handle over 1,000 head during large sale days. We were also given a tour of the businesses and classrooms located inside the building which provided a new i
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