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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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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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Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025


Success StoryMaster Haymaker Inspires Producers To Improve



Master Haymaker Inspires Producers To Improve

Author: Corinne Belton

Planning Unit: Shelby County CES

Major Program: Forages

Plan of Work: Agricultural Production 1

Outcome: Intermediate Outcome

Shelby County is known for raising superior livestock and horses, due in large part to the county’s success producing its number one crop: forages. Thus, the demand for high quality hay and other stored forages is continually increasing and producers are seeking ways in which to differentiate their end-product, whether that be the forage itself or the animals that consume it.

Shelby and Henry counties partnered to host the Master Haymaker series consisting of seven sessions taught by UK specialists. These sessions provided participants with research-based information to aid them in increasing both quality and yield in their forage operations. Forty producers gained knowledge about topics including soil types and fertility, cool and warm season crops, stored forage options, weed control and forage equipment.

Survey results indicated that 97% of respondents gained knowledge about variety selection and about forages not currently raised on their farms. Additionally, 93% gained knowledge of weed control strategies and 90% implemented management strategies to reduce nitrogen losses. As a direct result of the knowledge gained through the Master Haymaker program, 83% of respondents planned to improve their management practices (as opposed to applying herbicides) to control weeds in their hayfields.






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