Extension
It Starts With Us
| 1072 - Forages | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1072.1) | 5 |
Number of producers adopting improved grazing system practices |
| 1072.2) | 15 |
Number of producers adopting practices to improve grazing infrastructure (fences, water) |
| 1072.3) | 2 |
Number of producers testing stored forage |
| 1072.4) | 2 |
Number of producers utilizing ration balancing to improve livestock nutrition |
| 1072.5) | 10 |
Number of producers adopting improved hay storage practices |
| 1072.6) | 10 |
Number of producers adopting haylage/silage for improved forage quality and storage |
| 1072.7) | 15 |
Number of producers adopting improved varieties |
| 1072.8) | 10 |
Number of producers adopting one or more best management practices for optimum forage establishment for pasture or hay |
| 1072.9) | 5 |
Number of producers adopting improved practices to manage endophyte-infected tall fescue |
| 1072.10) | 10 |
Number of producers utilizing improved forage species for pasture or hay |
| 1072.11) | 15 |
Number of producers adopting practices that improve profitability |
| 1072.12) | 10 |
Number of producers utilizing UK diagnostic service for weed ID and control |
| 1072.13) | 10 |
Number of producers utilizing UK diagnostic services for plant disease control and management |
| 1072.15) | 0 |
Number of producers conducting on farm demonstrations or applied research trials |
| 1072.16) | 10 |
Number of producers adopting practices that improve environmental quality |
| 1072.17) | 15 |
Number of producers who reported improved record-keeping practices |
| 1072.18) | 25 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
Author: Bryce Roberts
Major Program: Forages
Spencer County is known for raising livestock, due in large part to the county’s success in producing its number one crop: forages. Thus, the demand for high quality hay and other stored forages is continually increasing and producers are seeking ways in which to differentiate their end-product, whether that be the forage itself or the animals that consume it.The Master Haymaker series consisting of seven sessions taught by UK specialists. These sessions provided participant
