1011 - Beef | ||
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1011.3) | 3 |
Number of producers who improve genetics by Implementing a crossbreeding program and utilizing Expected Progeny Difference to meet breeding objectives |
1011.2) | 40 |
Number for producers who adopted best practices to improve or maintain animal nutrition by forage testing and using analysis to develop supplement program, using body conditioning scores of cows to adjust supplement programs, use a complete mineral supplement or work with an agent or nutritionist to develop feed rations |
1011.1) | 75 |
Number for people who gained information on beef nutrition, animal health, genetics, reproduction, and/ or facilities and equipment |
1011.5) | 20 |
Number of producers who Develop and implement a herd health protocol and improve animal health practices (i.e. follow BQA guidelines, read and follow product labels and obey withdrawal periods, record animal treatments, improve animal handling/welfare skills |
1011.4) | 10 |
Number of producers who practiced efficient reproduction techniques (i.e. perform exams of pelvic area, reproduction tract scores, breeding soundness exam of bull, artificial insemination, pregnancy diagnosis or animal evaluation |
Author: Sarah Fannin
Major Program: Beef
Farming operations are experiencing rising costs and lower returns. Welcoming new farmers and continuing diversification efforts are crucial to the success of rural economies. The Morgan County Agricultural Comprehensive Plan identifies educational programs which strengthen cattle and forage production, promote new marketing strategies, and assist beginning farmers as those classes most needed. The Ky/Morgan County Agricultural Development Fund helps farmers to implement recomme