Ohio County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2017 - Jun 30, 2018
| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.1) | 0 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
| 1011.2) | 125 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
| 1011.3) | 125 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
| 1011.4) | 125 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
| 1011.5) | 125 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
Success Stories
Increasing Cow Longevity = Increased Profitability
Author: Gregory Comer
Major Program: Beef
Cow longevity is a trait that can have great economic importance to commercial beef cattle producers. Typically, the costs associated with developing replacement females requires 8-9 years of productivity before a positive return on investment occurs. Thus, the increased costs associated with early culling of a female from the herd negatively impacts profitability. Beef producers in Ohio County and the Green River Area have identified the need to extend animal productivity by 2-3 years, thu
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