Improving Wellbeing in Brunswick County
ID
VCE-1177-14NP
Sharing Knowledge
Extension works with local cattlemen and Amelia Area Cattlemen LLC to educate members on the updated vaccination protocols and practices required to market feeder calves through the Virginia Cattlemen’s Association Virginia Quality Assured Tel-O-Auction Program. Verification of vaccinations, paperwork, and other elements of the VQA marketing program is crucial.
Approximately 330 head of feeder steers (six tractor trailer loads) were fed together in Brunswick County and marketed through the VQA program. The feeder calves were processed and fed together for a minimum of 60 days. This achieved a “one herd” group of feeder calves that gain weight and will provide feeder finishers with animals that will perform in their feedlots. This effort improved the income of local producers.
Community Voices
“The Brunswick County Extension Office is a tremendous resource for residents. Agents provided services to my family to assist our farming operation with training and grant opportunities. Agents have also partnered with schools to provide services and activities to enrich the lives of students and families.”
Cheryl C. Bowen
Principal, Meherrin-Powellton Elementary School, and Farmer
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Brunswick 4-Hers School Enrichment
Partners for Solutions
“As a 4-H agent, my goal is to empower and inspire young people to reach their full potential. Through hands-on learning, leadership development, and community engagement, I am helping shape the leaders of tomorrow in Brunswick County.”
Malyka Walton
Agent
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Publication Date
June 25, 2024
