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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, 2020 - Jun 30, 2021


Success StoryCow-Calf Compost Bedded Pack Barn



Cow-Calf Compost Bedded Pack Barn

Author: Morgan Hayes

Planning Unit: Biosystems & Agr Engineering

Major Program: Beef

Outcome: Initial Outcome

I was able to put together a facility layout with appropriate space for hay storage, creep area for calves, feed bunk and water access and bedded area for the cows.  We discussed site selection, building orientation, and ventilation requirements for the design, as well the design included manure storage and water storage for a water harvesting system from the roof.  The farmer was able to provide this in an application to the Governor's Office of Ag Policy, which resulted in him being awarded funding as an educational site. He has hosted a few public audiences to date.  The farmer has had better reproductive outcomes in the barn and significantly reduced his feed usage using this new barn. 






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