Join the Midwest FEEDS (Forage, Education, and Efficiency in Diversified Systems) Practicum—a hands-on, multi-session educational program tailored for cattle producers. Learn practical, research-based strategies to improve your operation’s efficiency and profitability while leveraging the Midwest’s unique advantages in forage and grazing resources.
Program Highlights
• Interactive Learning: Hands-on training paired with expert-led discussions across five sessions spanning the production season.
• Exclusive Networking: Connect with peers and industry leaders in a collaborative environment.
• Practical Resources: Access decision-support tools, NRC software, and UNL publications to enhance your management strategies.
Skills You’ll Gain
• Develop nutrition plans using advanced tools and software.
• Create tailored grazing and forage strategies.
• Master breeding, calving, and weaning best practices.
• Evaluate cattle performance and refine management systems.
Program Details
• Dates:
1. February 27–28, 2025: Health, Nutrition, and Systems Thinking
2. April 24–25, 2025: Forage Systems and Breeding
3. June 19–20, 2025: Facilities and Pasture Management
4. September 4–5, 2025: Weaning, Culling, and Winter Feeding
5. December 4–5, 2025: Stalk Grazing and Preparing for Calving
• Location: Eastern Nebraska Research and Extension Center, 1071 County Road G
• Ithaca, NE 68033
• Cost: $750 per individual; $1,300 for two; $500 for each additional participant.
Sign Up Today
Elevate your expertise and position your operation for success. Enroll in the Midwest FEEDS Practicum at https://go.unl.edu/midwestfeedsreg or contact Connor Biehler at cbiehler2@unl.edu or 402-624-8030.