Success StoryCrop Production



Crop Production

Author: John Fourqurean

Planning Unit: McLean County CES

Major Program: Grains

Plan of Work: Crop Production

Outcome: Intermediate Outcome

Crop production is a major part of the agriculture economies in Western Kentucky, with Corn, Soybeans, and wheat being the major crops produced in most counties. To meet the needs of producers, Ag agents in Hopkins, McLean, and Webster Counties have worked together to identify the educational needs of Grain Producers and develop programs to meet those needs.

 

In addition to the Tri-County plot work that has been done in the past, agents have worked to provide additional opportunities and delivery methods to help producers gain access to the information vital to their success.

 

Meeting the demands of Producer’s schedules in today’s world is challenging to say the least. While some people are busy, some still aren’t comfortable gathering together in large groups. To meet these varied needs, program delivery has been updated to allow everyone the opportunity to take part. Traditional and non-traditional opportunities for producers include:

  1. Area Grain Production meeting
  2. Kentucky Ag Matters podcast featuring Grain related topics
  3. Tri-County Ag Newsletter (under development)
  4. Private Pesticide Education program
  5. Various Zoom calls and meetings for producers
  6. On-site visits made by agents

 

While still new in this approach, many producers have expressed interest in this form of joint programming which promotes educational opportunities while allowing for an inclusive environment where everyone can benefit.






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