Numbered Publications: Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering
AEN-159: Using Drones to Monitor Fence Lines
Joshua Jackson | Feb. 16, 2021 (New)
The escape of livestock is a serious concern for producers. Escaped animals can potentially damage property and/or injure people, especially when they are loose in undesired areas. Fence line inspection and the monitoring of gates, wires, and latches is a time-consuming task that must be regularly conducted to mitigate the risk of escape. The use of drones to evaluate fence lines is one of the newer methods being evaluated for farmers. With their onboard camera, rapid flight speed, and ability to fly over obstacles, drones have potential to expedite fence line inspection.
ID-268: Kentucky Grain Crop Production at a Glance
Carl Bradley, John Grove, Carrie Knott, Chad Lee, Travis Legleiter, Sam McNeill, Edwin Ritchey, Raul Villanueva, Kiersten Wise | Jan. 13, 2021 (New)
A quick resource on grain crop production.
ID-268P: Kentucky Grain Crop Production at a Glance (poster)
Carl Bradley, John Grove, Carrie Knott, Chad Lee, Travis Legleiter, Sam McNeill, Edwin Ritchey, Raul Villanueva, Kiersten Wise | Jan. 13, 2021 (New)
A quick resource on grain crop production. NOTE: This poster is 25 x 38 inches. ID-268 is the booklet-sized version.
AEN-158: Raised Wicking Bed
Steve Higgins | Jan. 8, 2021 (New)
A raised bed is an excellent addition to many backyard gardens. A modification of this design may be of interest to gardeners. A raised wicking bed is a self-contained method for growing vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers. The bed provides a built-in water reservoir that allows plants to water themselves. The design is ideal for individuals who are new to gardening, but experienced gardeners will find it helpful as well. The greatest benefit of this system is that it provides control of the water supply to the plants within the defined area.
AEN-157: Self-Watering Wicking Container
Steve Higgins | Oct. 28, 2020 (New)
A wicking container is a self-contained method for growing vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers. This container provides a built-in water reservoir that allows a plant to self-irrigate. The design is ideal for individuals who are new to gardening or have limited space, but is also used by seasoned gardeners. The greatest benefit of the system is that it provides the plant with control of its water supply, which helps free up more of the gardener's time.
ID-266: Riding Arena Maintenance: Dragging and Watering
Claire Burnham, Bob Coleman, Morgan Hayes, Staci McGill | Oct. 26, 2020 (New)
Maintenance is a key aspect to extend an arena's lifespan, and it is extremely important for the horses and riders who use the surface. Arena maintenance is essential for the casual recreational rider up to the high-performance athlete. The surface the horse encounters during work has a profound impact on the horse's biomechanics, which can affect the horse's soundness over time. Having a well-maintained surface increases your horse's performance capabilities and enhances training.
ID-267: Riding Arena Maintenance: Equipment Guide
Claire Burnham, Bob Coleman, Morgan Hayes, Staci McGill | Oct. 26, 2020 (New)
This guide gives a basic overview of drags, their component parts, and other arena maintenance equipment. Selecting the proper equipment and maintenance protocol is essential for keeping a usable and well-maintained arena. Because there is variation in the terminology used between manufacturers, this compilation of basic terms, descriptions, and pictures will improve the arena manager's understanding of common terms.
ID-265: Riding Arena Footing: Materials and Characteristics
Claire Burnham, Bob Coleman, Morgan Hayes, Staci McGill | Oct. 26, 2020 (New)
This publication provides an overview of riding arena characteristics, and in particular, footing. Many different factors must be considered when planning to build an arena or determining how to care for an existing arena. This basic guide explains how arenas are structured, describes the components that generally make up arena surfaces, and discusses various considerations that all arenas need.
AEN-156: Using a Kit to Set up a Cattle Scale System under a Squeeze Chute
Joshua Jackson | Oct. 23, 2020 (New)
On cattle operations, the use of a scale system to weigh animals is vital to the proper administration of health products such as dewormers and antibiotics, and for making management decisions. A scale system mounted to a chute allows animals to be securely restrained for measuring weights accurately and minimally impacts cattle flow through the working facilities. Excitable animals can be properly restrained and, with their movement limited, cattle can be weighed accurately.
AEN-155: The Importance of Water Source Layout in Farm Infrastructure
Steve Higgins | Aug. 28, 2020 (New)
Water source layout is a critical infrastructure component for cattle and cattle producers. Strategic water resource layout is a part of a farmstead plan that does not always get adequate attention, despite its critical importance. Nonetheless, when farm infrastructure planning incorporates the latest practices, rules, and knowledge, the resulting design can satisfy generations of users.
