Morgan County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2018 - Jun 30, 2019





1011 - Beef
1011.1) 25

Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs

1011.2) 45

Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices

1011.3) 55

Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation

1011.4) 15

Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques

1011.5) 35

Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls



Success Stories

Field Day Features Benefits of Local Morgan County Extension Demonstration Farm

Author: Sarah Fannin

Major Program: Beef

The Morgan County Extension Educational Farm was purchased by the Extension District Board with the vision of providing learning opportunities for Morgan County residents in their own backyard. Planned in conjunction with the County Extension Council Field Day committee, agents and staff hosted the third bi-annual evening event with more than 70 folks in attendance. Featured were on farm projects including the Cow/Calf Management Series, Basics of Curing Country Hams, Growing Hemp, Beginning Bee

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Morgan County ANR Extension Responds to Cattle Crisis Caused By Wet Weather

Author: Sarah Fannin

Major Program: Beef

2018 was Kentucky’s wettest year on record causing livestock producers to deal with excessive and unprecedented mud, poor quality hay, ruined pastures, scours, poor nutrition and calving issues. Local veterinarians reported high cattle loss numbers especially among marginal cows and weak calves. Utilizing resources developed by UK Extension Beef Specialists, a series of meetings was developed for local producers to not only understand and combat this issue, but also how to prepare for cont

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