Extension
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| 1081 - Farm Management, Economics and Policy | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1081.2) | 1275 |
Number of people who recognize methods to reduce risk and improve farm profit |
| 1081.5) | 1275 |
Number of people who improved or maintained record keeping practices |
| 1081.7) | 0 |
Number of people who applied marketing techniques for meat animals |
| 1081.6) | 1320 |
Number of people who incorporated technology to effectively manage farm operations |
| 1081.8) | 1450 |
Number of people who applied marketing techniques including futures and options to reduce risk levels for crops |
| 1081.8) | 0 |
Number of people who adopted practices or adapted equipment for safety (i.e. Agribility, install roll over bar) |
| 1081.10) | 1275 |
Number of farmers adopting new technologies in agriculture production |
| 1081.11) | 0 |
Number of people who improved equipment or facilities |
| 1081.12) | 65 |
Number of people who increased profits, reduced expenses, and/or reduced risk |
| 1081.4) | 1325 |
Number of people who increased knowledge of farm health and safety practices (i.e. farm safety days, disaster preparedness, equipment demonstrations, farmers dinner theater) |
| 1081.3) | 0 |
Number of people who discussed and compared leasing agreements and options |
| 1081.1) | 1462 |
Number of people who increased their knowledge of Ag Policy including: Farm Bill and Environmental issues |
Author: Beau Neal
Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy
The FDA has changed the laws regarding antibiotics used on livestock/consumption animals. Some of these antibiotics have always been availbe over-the-counter (OTC). Starting in June they were no longer available OTC and all of them had to be prescribed by veterinarian. This presented a logistical challenge and many questions from livestock producers of all kinds (cattle, sheep, goats, hogs, etc.). The purpose of this program was to utilize local veterinarians and educate
