Pulaski County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
| 1081 - Farm Management, Economics and Policy | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1081.1) | 250 |
Number of people who increased their knowledge of Ag Policy including: Farm Bill and Environmental issues |
| 1081.2) | 250 |
Number of people who recognize methods to reduce risk and improve farm profit |
| 1081.3) | 100 |
Number of people who discussed and compared leasing agreements and options |
| 1081.4) | 500 |
Number of people who increased knowledge of farm health and safety practices (i.e. farm safety days, disaster preparedness, equipment demonstrations, farmers dinner theater) |
| 1081.5) | 110 |
Number of people who improved or maintained record keeping practices |
| 1081.6) | 50 |
Number of people who incorporated technology to effectively manage farm operations |
| 1081.7) | 10 |
Number of people who applied marketing techniques for meat animals |
| 1081.8) | 25 |
Number of people who adopted practices or adapted equipment for safety (i.e. Agribility, install roll over bar) |
| 1081.8) | 15 |
Number of people who applied marketing techniques including futures and options to reduce risk levels for crops |
| 1081.10) | 25 |
Number of farmers adopting new technologies in agriculture production |
| 1081.11) | 50 |
Number of people who improved equipment or facilities |
| 1081.12) | 100 |
Number of people who increased profits, reduced expenses, and/or reduced risk |
Success Stories
Lake Cumberland Area Cattle A.I./Pregnancy Check Schools
Author: Trent Adkins
Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy
Describe the Issue or SituationIn rural areas of Kentucky, farmers face significant challenges in managing cattle reproduction. Limited access to large animal veterinarians and veterinary supplies hinders the ability to utilize modern reproductive technologies, such as artificial insemination (A.I.) and on-site pregnancy checks. Many farmers are constrained by time and financial resources, making implementing these essential practices that could improve herd productivity and overall farm profita
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Farm Value
Author: Trent Adkins
Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy
Describe the Issue or Situation. Resources, and other interested persons are in need of a reliable source of information for determining the value of agricultural land and cash rental rates for agricultural land. Kentucky Agricultural and Natural Resource agents worked with Dr. Greg Halich from the Martin Gatton College of Agriculture Food and Environment, Agricultural Economics Department to collect information from landowners regarding existing cash rental rates for agricultur
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