Rockcastle County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
1081 - Farm Management, Economics and Policy | ||
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1081.1) | 11 |
Number of people who increased their knowledge of Ag Policy including: Farm Bill and Environmental issues |
1081.2) | 79 |
Number of people who recognize methods to reduce risk and improve farm profit |
1081.3) | 19 |
Number of people who discussed and compared leasing agreements and options |
1081.4) | 2 |
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) | 123 |
Number of people who improved or maintained record keeping practices |
1081.6) | 74 |
Number of people who incorporated technology to effectively manage farm operations |
1081.7) | 6 |
Number of people who applied marketing techniques for meat animals |
1081.8) | 0 |
Number of people who adopted practices or adapted equipment for safety (i.e. Agribility, install roll over bar) |
1081.8) | 21 |
Number of people who applied marketing techniques including futures and options to reduce risk levels for crops |
1081.10) | 12 |
Number of farmers adopting new technologies in agriculture production |
1081.11) | 112 |
Number of people who improved equipment or facilities |
1081.12) | 189 |
Number of people who increased profits, reduced expenses, and/or reduced risk |
Success Stories
Rockcastle County Agriculture Fall Field Day
Author: Garrard Coffey
Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy
The recent Fall Field Day event, a collaboration between Rockcastle Extension, Conservation, Farm Bureau and USDA office, proved to be a resounding success, leaving a significant impact on participants and advancing sustainable practices in beef cattle management and soil conservation. With 78 attendees, the event facilitated the exchange of knowledge and practical skills essential for enhancing agricultural sustainability. One notable achievement of the day was the Beef Quality Assu
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