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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

Cooperative Extension Service

Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment

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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

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BQCA Chute Side Field Day

Author: Gary Bell

Major Program: Beef

Describe the Issue or Situation.The beef cattle industry is currently in a thriving market.  Even in a time of incredibly great prices, it’s important to understand and practice sound production practices in beef operations. Beef producers in the University of Kentucky’s Extension West 8 area recognize the need to continue their education on producing quality beef as the cattle inventory in that area alone equates to nearly 20% of the beef cattle in Kentucky according to the USD

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Empowering Youth and Adults with On-Farm Cattle Pregnancy Testing Skills

Author: Kristen Stumbo

Major Program: Beef

Empowering Youth and Adults with On-Farm Cattle Pregnancy Testing Skills

Timely and accurate pregnancy detection in cattle is essential for effective herd management, cost savings, and improved reproductive efficiency. Traditional methods often require veterinary visits or lab testing, which can delay results and increase expenses. Local producers and agricultural educators identified a need for hands-on training in using on-farm pregnancy tests, which can provide accurate results as early as 28 days post-breeding.In response, ANR/4-H Extension Agent Kristen Stumbo p

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Chute Side BQCA

Author: Christopher Schalk

Major Program: Beef

Describe the Issue or Situation.The beef cattle industry is currently in a thriving market.  Even in a time of incredibly great prices, it’s important to understand and practice sound production practices in beef operations. Beef producers in the University of Kentucky’s Extension West 8 area recognize the need to continue their education on producing quality beef as the cattle inventory in that area alone equates to nearly 20% of the beef cattle in Kentucky according to the USD

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Franklin County Junior Cattlemen Working Team

Author: Keenan Bishop

Major Program: Beef

The Franklin County Cattlemen's Board created a Junior Cattlemen's Association (FCJC) several years ago. The FCJC have around 40 members and meet almost once a month for an educational and/or recreational event. The KCA began a Junior Cattlemen Cattle Working Contest in 2023. The Franklin County advisor invited members to form a team and compete in 2024. 10 members were interested and started preparing for competition.Every member became BQCA Chute-side certified. They had hands on train

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KY-TN Cowman's Kind Bull Sale

Author: John Fourqurean

Major Program: Beef

On March 15, 2025, the KY-TN Cowman’s Kind Bull Sale marked a major step forward for small and mid-size purebred beef producers in West Kentucky and West Tennessee. This collaborative event was spearheaded by a dedicated team including the Trigg County and Christian County Agriculture Extension Agents, the UK Beef Specialist, and the KY-TN Livestock Market. Their shared vision: to create a high-quality, centralized bull sale that would connect reputable breeders with serious cattle produce

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Veterinary Pop-Up Clinics Continue to Improve Bullitt County Cattle Herd

Author: Nathan Rider

Major Program: Beef

Across Kentucky, limited access to large animal veterinarians has posed a significant challenge for livestock farmers. The few large animal veterinarians providing services in the Bullitt County area have limited time or longer travel distances and charge higher fees. To help reduce the cost and burden of finding a quality veterinarian, the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service in Bullitt County partnered with Jewett Borden’s Cedar Creek Beef Company to establish a recu

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Raising the Steaks

Author: Traci Johnson

Major Program: Beef

Raising the Steaks

Spurred by food shortages during the Covid 19 pandemic, local meat demand has remained strong in Kentucky.  This demand continues to raise farmer interest in finishing animals for processing.  Building on the success of prior offerings in the Louisville Area, the four-part series 'Raising the Steaks' was offered by Todd, Christian, and Logan County Extension Services.Thirty-three participants attended one or more sessions and learned about: Facilities & Finishing Nutrition;

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BQCA Chute Side Training

Author: Timothy Estes

Major Program: Beef

Describe the Issue or Situation.The beef cattle industry is currently in a thriving market.  Even in a time of incredibly great prices, it’s important to understand and practice sound production practices in beef operations. Beef producers in the University of Kentucky’s Extension West 8 area recognize the need to continue their education on producing quality beef as the cattle inventory in that area alone equates to nearly 20% of the beef cattle in Kentucky according to the USD

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CAIP Continuing Education

Author: Casey Byrd

Major Program: Beef

Describe the Issue or Situation.According to USDA census data, in 2022, Garrard County had 647 reported farms and cattle and in 2022, Garrard county's cattle garnered approximately $19,452,000 in agricultural commodity sales. Also reported by the USDA, in January 2025, Garrard County had a reported total of 33,500 cattle & cows in Garrard County making cattle a major agricultural industry for Garrard County. In 2025, 75 Garrard farmers of various practices and markets were awarded C

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Managing Feeding Issues When Utilizing Co and By Products for Beef Cattle

Author: Roger "Darrell" Simpson

Major Program: Beef

Describe the Issue or Situation. Due to the increased number of distilleries and grain crops in the area,beef cattle farmers have access to co and byproducts from these industries. However; feed intake and potential mortality of the animals can result if fed incorrectly or inconsistently.Describe the Outreach or Educational Program Response (and Partners, if applicable). The Muhlenberg County Cooperative Extension Service Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources hosted an educationa

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Precision in Practice – Beef Reproduction Field Day Delivers Hands-On Impact

Author: Chelsea Sapp

Major Program: Beef

In Central Kentucky, where beef cattle are a cornerstone of the agricultural economy the Marion and Washington County Cooperative Extension offices, in partnership with the Loretto Motherhouse, hosted a Beef Reproduction Field Day.Held in May, the field day brought together 42 participants from across the region to dive deep into reproductive strategies. Dr. Les Anderson, University of Kentucky Extension Beef Specialist, guided attendees through the science and practice of pregnancy checking met

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Precision in Practice – Beef Reproduction Field Day Delivers Hands-On Impact

Author: Taylor Graves

Major Program: Beef

In Central Kentucky, where beef cattle are a cornerstone of the agricultural economy the Marion and Washington County Cooperative Extension offices, in partnership with the Loretto Motherhouse, hosted a Beef Reproduction Field Day.Held in May, the field day brought together 42 participants from across the region to dive deep into reproductive strategies. Dr. Les Anderson, University of Kentucky Extension Beef Specialist, guided attendees through the science and practice of pregnancy checking met

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BQCA Training

Author: Jessica James

Major Program: Beef

Beef Quality Care Assurance (BQCA) is a training that certifies individuals and ensures that they have had the training to understand the proper care for cattle. Some producers achieve this certification because they must have it to apply for Cost Share funds. This training is put on by Kentucky Beef Network, Cattlemen's Association and Extension. I am a certified trainer for BQCA, so one of the ag teachers at the high school reached out to me to see if I would be interested in conducti

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Improving Feeder Calf Management

Author: Nick Roy

Major Program: Beef

In the Fall of 2023, the Adair County Agriculture Advisory Council identified practices to reduce risk as one of their top three priorities for the upcoming plan of work.   Activity monitoring systems for cattle have the ability to detect when animals may be experiencing a health event.   These technologies can alert farmers of health concerns sooner than they may be able to detect them on their own.   In response, the Adair County Cooperative Extension service secured funding thr

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CPC Field Day Livestock Judging Contest

Author: Timothy Estes

Major Program: Beef

Describe the Issue or Situation.Each year CPC hold an annual field day for over 15 years a youth livestock judging contest has been a part of the event.  2024 saw the addition of a dairy cattle evaluation contest as well. Describe the Outreach or Educational Program Response (and Partners, if applicable).The participants show a very wide range of skills and overall readiness for such an event.  Some students were well prepared by parents, extension agents, and agriculture teachers

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Bull Breeding Soundness Exams

Author: Charles May

Major Program: Beef

Bull Breeding Soundness Exams

After successful BSE Clinics last year, area ANR agents applied for and received funding to host two clinics again this year from ANR mini grants provided by the Associate Director of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Last year the agents recognized that after the initial clinic there was positive momentum building behind educating others as to the importance of getting bulls tested prior to the breeding season. Unfortunately, those who had bulls failed, their testimony made others realize this

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East Kentucky Youth Cattle Clinic

Author: Chadwick Conway

Major Program: Beef

Creating hands-on learning opportunities is key for youth interested in agriculture. It helps them learn better management strategies that they can utilize in the future by allowing a safe environment to learn the correct way to manage a beef cattle herd. Often, the first line into teaching our youth is getting that information into their parents and guardians' hands, who are the producers at their homes. While the cattle working contest exists in the Western part of our state, nothing simil

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Bull Soundness Exam program.

Author: Stacy White

Major Program: Beef

Bull Soundness Exam program.

Bull Breeding Soundness Exams Proves More Successful in Year 2After successful BSE Clinics last year, area ANR agents applied for and received funding to host two clinics again this year from ANR mini grants provided by the Associate Director of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Last year the agents recognized that after the initial clinic there was positive momentum building behind educating others as to the importance of getting bulls tested prior to the breeding season. Unfortunately, those

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Acting Associate Dean & Director — Craig Wood, Ph.D.
S107 Ag. Science Center North
Lexington, KY 40546-0091
+1 (859) 257-4302

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