Close Resources

Contact Information

Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

Impacts

Contact Information

Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




Fiscal Year:
Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025


Rockcastle County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025





1081 - Farm Management, Economics and Policy
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

Full Story