Extension
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| 1081 - Farm Management, Economics and Policy | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1081.2) | 329 |
Number of people who recognize methods to reduce risk and improve farm profit |
| 1081.5) | 51 |
Number of people who improved or maintained record keeping practices |
| 1081.7) | 13 |
Number of people who applied marketing techniques for meat animals |
| 1081.6) | 0 |
Number of people who incorporated technology to effectively manage farm operations |
| 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) | 14 |
Number of people who improved equipment or facilities |
| 1081.12) | 70 |
Number of people who increased profits, reduced expenses, and/or reduced risk |
| 1081.4) | 74 |
Number of people who increased knowledge of farm health and safety practices (i.e. farm safety days, disaster preparedness, equipment demonstrations, farmers dinner theater) |
| 1081.3) | 3 |
Number of people who discussed and compared leasing agreements and options |
| 1081.1) | 9 |
Number of people who increased their knowledge of Ag Policy including: Farm Bill and Environmental issues |
Author: Traci Johnson
Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy
During recent horse and farm equipment programs, participants voiced the need for more tractor and equipment information. General working knowledge, plus tractor operation, maintenance, and safety were topics of interest identified by farmers. This information is important for operator safety, farm efficiency, and in many cases can provide economic benefit. To begin addressing these needs, the Oldham County Agriculture & Natural Resources Agent partnered with a local farmer
