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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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Success StoryYak Farmers come to MSU for first YAK Conference



Yak Farmers come to MSU for first YAK Conference

Author: Mary McCarty

Planning Unit: Menifee County CES

Major Program: Forages

Plan of Work: Supporting Local Agriculture

Outcome: Long-Term Outcome

On November 13, 2021 Morehead State University, University of Kentucky, University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension, and Shi-bah Zing-ga Yak farm co-hosted the first Kentucky Yak Husbandry Research Conference. A total of 33 participants and presenters were in attendance for the entirety of the conference.  Another 19 participants were present for portions of the event. Attendees traveled from Colorado, Wyoming, Illinois, New York, Tennessee, Indiana, Iowa and Kentucky.

Presenters shared information related to animal health, nutrition, genetics, reproductive physiology, artificial insemination and cryopreservation of yak semen. Demonstrations were performed on collecting semen for artificial insemination, estrus synchronization, and artificial insemination. A lunch was prepared showcasing yak meatballs and yak stew.

A total of 14 evaluations were completed by participants. Participants were asked their knowledge level both before and after the presentations for each topic using a 5-point Likert scale. Knowledge level increased for all topics that were presented.

Participants were asked what changes they intended to make as a result of attending the conference. Several indicated they intended to consider improving their nutritional programs and adjust mineral supplementation programs. Others indicated they hoped to utilize artificial insemination once the research proved it to be successful. When asked if they would recommend the program to someone, 100% said yes. The program successfully increased the knowledge and understanding of yak husbandry skills of attendees.






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