Wayne County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2019 - Jun 30, 2020
| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.3) | 30 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
| 1011.4) | 35 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
| 1011.5) | 25 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
| 1011.1) | 50 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
| 1011.2) | 40 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
Success Stories
Group Purchasing Beef IRM mineral
Author: Glen Roberts
Major Program: Beef
Collaborators: UK Beef IRM Nutrition Specialists, KY Farm Bureau Federation, Wayne County Farm Bureau Federation, ANR Agent Glen Roberts, KSU Small Farm Assistant, and Wayne County Cattlemen`s Association mineral committeeSituation: After attending Master Cattlemen and other beef nutrition educational sessions taught by University of KY Beef nutrition specialists Wayne County Cattlemen became aware of the need to purchase better minerals for their cowherds. They also learned that they could save
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