Lee County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2019 - Jun 30, 2020
| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.3) | 51 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
| 1011.4) | 13 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
| 1011.5) | 34 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
| 1011.1) | 28 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
| 1011.2) | 33 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
Success Stories
Filter Fabric
Author: Ted Johnson
Major Program: Beef
Beef producers in Lee County have reported or expressed concern with environmental issues such as mud over the past few years many control around feeding areas. They have reported loss of forages, loss of top soil, and safety being issues that they need to correct in their beef operations. We at the Lee County Extension office have worked with five beef producers in the past two years addressing these issues. We recommended and demonstrated the proper use of filter fabric to control erosion and
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