Owen County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.5) | 47 |
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) | 13 |
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 |
| 1011.1) | 113 |
Number for people who gained information on beef nutrition, animal health, genetics, reproduction, and/ or facilities and equipment |
| 1011.2) | 9 |
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 |
| 1011.3) | 111 |
Number of producers who improve genetics by Implementing a crossbreeding program and utilizing Expected Progeny Difference to meet breeding objectives |
Success Stories
Heat Stress Management in Livestock
Author: Kendal Bowman
Major Program: Beef
On August 21st, I hosted a Brunch & Learn session on "Heat Stress Management in Livestock" at the local stockyard. With around 20 attendees, the program aimed to equip farmers with practical strategies to manage their livestock during extreme heat events. Participants learned about the signs of heat stress, effective cooling techniques, and ways to adjust management practices to protect their animals.The timing of this session proved to be critical. The following week, temperatures
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Beef Quality and Care Assurance (BQCA) Certification for High School Students
Author: Kendal Bowman
Major Program: Beef
Describe the Issue or SituationIn an era where consumer confidence in agricultural products hinges on transparency and best practices, training future agricultural professionals in Beef Quality and Care Assurance (BQCA) is critical. BQCA certification equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to improve the quality, safety, and marketability of beef while fostering responsible cattle handling and care. For high school agriculture students, obtaining this certification also enhances
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