Montgomery County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2018 - Jun 30, 2019
1011 - Beef | ||
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1011.1) | 200 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
1011.2) | 150 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
1011.3) | 100 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
1011.4) | 110 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
1011.5) | 200 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
Success Stories
Active Cattlemen's Association
Author: Gary Hamilton
Major Program: Beef
The Beef Cattle industry and the forage production that supports it play a major role in Montgomery County’s agricultural economy. Supporting this industry with educational programing, beef promotional events, social fundraising events and interactive producer tours are the 183 members of the Montgomery County Cattlemen’s Association. Educational sessions have included updates from Governor’s Office of Ag Policy, income tax law updates, cattle market updates, updates on USDA pr
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Extension Responds To Wet Weather Conditions Facing Livestock Farmers
Author: Gary Hamilton
Major Program: Beef
Livestock Producers faced some very difficult production issues during the 2018-19 season due to record rainfall and the conditions created by it. As a result record numbers of cows and calves died during the winter feeding and spring calving period. Many factors lead to this unanticipated outcome. The major factors included poor quality hay production, poor quality pasture and excessive energy demands on livestock due to continuous wet hair coats and muddy conditions. In an effort to address th
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