Extension
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| 1081 - Farm Management, Economics and Policy | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1081.6) | 0 |
Number of people who incorporated technology to effectively manage farm operations |
| 1081.7) | 2 |
Number of people who applied marketing techniques for meat animals |
| 1081.1) | 9 |
Number of people who increased their knowledge of Ag Policy including: Farm Bill and Environmental issues |
| 1081.5) | 58 |
Number of people who improved or maintained record keeping practices |
| 1081.3) | 5 |
Number of people who discussed and compared leasing agreements and options |
| 1081.2) | 119 |
Number of people who recognize methods to reduce risk and improve farm profit |
| 1081.4) | 20 |
Number of people who increased knowledge of farm health and safety practices (i.e. farm safety days, disaster preparedness, equipment demonstrations, farmers dinner theater) |
| 1081.8) | 0 |
Number of people who applied marketing techniques including futures and options to reduce risk levels for crops |
| 1081.8) | 0 |
Number of people who adopted practices or adapted equipment for safety (i.e. Agribility, install roll over bar) |
| 1081.10) | 0 |
Number of farmers adopting new technologies in agriculture production |
| 1081.11) | 5 |
Number of people who improved equipment or facilities |
| 1081.12) | 31 |
Number of people who increased profits, reduced expenses, and/or reduced risk |
Author: Traci Johnson
Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy
Programs and services that strengthen farming operations are a priority for the Oldham County Extension and Agriculture Councils. Like many counties, Oldham hosts many types of agriculture enterprises. Equine Operations lead Oldham County in the market value of products sold at over 6.3 million dollars. Pasture makes up one-third of available farmland and provides grazing for livestock. Additionally, hay leads all crops in acreage, according to the 2017 Census of Agricult
