Success StoryBeef Production



Beef Production

Author: Ricky Arnett

Planning Unit: Green County CES

Major Program: Beef

Plan of Work: Increase Livestock Production in Green County

Outcome: Initial Outcome

Green County is the home of 20,200 beef cows (KY NASS) which contribute over $13.5 million to the local economy.  (USDA Ag Census 2017).  With a cow to bull ratio of 25:1 and a useful life of a bull averaging 4 years, Green County beef farmers purchase nearly 200 bulls each year.  75% of the genetics of retained heifers can be traced to the bulls farmers have used in the past five years.  Therefore the importance of bull selection goes far beyond just a few calf crops.


Agriculture seems to be a diminishing population but this year Green County grew in numbers. One young man and his family looked toward extension for support and help. This family had land but had very little experience in agriculture but at the same time realized how important agriculture is and wanted their kids to understand also. They approached me with a plan and a goal in mind but wanting guidance in pursuing this dream. Through educational programs and several one on one visits, Extension has not just gained a supporter but a family. Also Green County and Kentucky has gained a beef producer.








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