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| 1016 - Small Ruminants (includes sheep, goats) and Exotic animals | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1016.16) | 29 |
Number of producers who adopted practices in animal nutrition |
| 1016.17) | 20 |
Number of producers who improved facilities and /or handling for flock/herd, including protection from predators |
| 1016.18) | 0 |
Number of producers who demonstrated proper use and maintenance of shearing equipment |
| 1016.19) | 5 |
Number of producers who developed a marketing plan for meat animals |
| 1016.111) | 0 |
Number of producers who developed a marketing plan for wool / fiber |
| 1016.122) | 20 |
Number of producers who made changes to parasite treatment program |
| 1016.1) | 110 |
Number of people who gained information on small ruminant operations including animal health, nutrition, breeding/ genetics, facilities and handling, environmental impact, and/or business management and marketing |
| 1016.14) | 35 |
Number of producers who adopted practices to maintain or improve animal health - including parasites |
| 1016.13) | 0 |
Number of producers who used Extension information to improve quality or quantity of dairy production |
| 1016.12) | 25 |
Number of producers using Extension information to improve genetics and reproduction |
| 1016.11) | 0 |
Number of producers who used Extension business management resources or tools to make decisions |
Author: Kevin Lyons
Major Program: Small Ruminants (includes sheep, goats) and Exotic animals
With changes in Kentucky agriculture over the past few years, there has been an increase in the number of farmers and rural residents who are raising sheep, goats, or both. Many others are considering entering small ruminant production. Due to the need for sound production and marketing information for our clientele, the ANR Agents of the W7 and W8 Extension areas helped host the KY Sheep and Wool Producers Association Field Day.The KYSWPA invited Extension to collaborate with them on their annu
