Extension
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| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.1) | 5 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
| 1011.2) | 10 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
| 1011.3) | 2 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
| 1011.4) | 10 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
| 1011.5) | 10 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
Author: Charles May
Major Program: Beef
~~ The east Kentucky Heifer Development Program which is located in Perry County and managed by the Perry County Cooperative Extension Service has returned more than 1.3 million dollars to east Kentucky beef cattle producers. The 2017 E KY Bred Heifer Sale, which was number 19, had a sale average of $1,416 with the top selling heifer averaging $2,400. Even though the sale averages have been down the last couple years, consignors still were able to see a profit in a de
Author: Charles May
Major Program: Beef
Three Perry County beef producers, representing 150 brood cows, are participating in the new East Kentucky Integrated Reproduction Management Program. This is a multidisciplinary program that assist producers by adoption of production practices that favor high reproductive rates in their cow herds. These practices include, having a defined calving season, herd health program and a sound nutritional program.
