Extension
It Starts With Us
| 1011 - Beef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1011.1) | 40 |
Number of producers who reported improved record keeping practices as a result of Extension programs |
| 1011.2) | 21 |
Number of producers reporting changed or improved pasture management practices |
| 1011.3) | 35 |
Number of producers who reported saving money or reducing cost of operation |
| 1011.4) | 5 |
Number of producers who now practice efficient reproduction techniques |
| 1011.5) | 19 |
Number of producers who implement a crossbreeding program and utilize Expected Progeny Difference when selecting bulls |
Author: Jonathan Oakes
Major Program: Beef
Kentucky has the largest beef herd east of the Mississippi River (Beef Logic Model). Cattle and calves are a major part of the agriculture receipts for Russell County. The four county area group had offered master cattlemen, master stocker, a master grazing school, etc. It was brought to the groups attention that something specific to marketing was needed. Starting in September a cattle marketing series was offered (four sessions). Four counties participated in the series, Clinton, Cumberland, R
