Beef Update
April 2024
Happy Spring!
In this Beef Update newsletter, you will find:
Nebraska Ranch Practicum
Nebraska Farm Real Estate Report
- Cattle and Coffee: Morning Webinar Series on Annual Forages
- Three-State Beef Conference Recordings Available
BQA & BQAT Trainings
- Technology on the Ranch Roundtable
Silage for Beef Conference
Cattle & Coffee: Morning Webinar Series on Annual Forages
Are you seeking alternative solutions to perennial pasture in your area or do you need more stored forage? Join Nebraska Extension for an enlightening journey into the realm of annual forage systems through our upcoming webinar series.
What: Annual Forage Systems Webinar Series
When: 6:30-7:00 am, Tuesday and Thursday from April 23 to May 16
Where: Zoom - Link will be provided upon registration - Register at https://ssp.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_24Yny70ljjdgw74
Overview: In this webinar series, we will delve deep into the world of annual forage systems, covering everything from species selection to grazing and harvest management practices. Whether you're looking to enhance grazing productivity or seeking guidance on producing stored forages, this series is tailored to meet your needs.
Technology on the Ranch Roundtable planned in Kimball
Nebraska Extension in Kimball-Banner Counties is presenting a roundtable discussion with area producers and researchers to discuss the technology available and how it can be effectively applied to ranching.
“There are a lot of options out there for producers to spend money on that claim to increase efficiency or enhance ranch management,” said Aaron Berger, Nebraska Extension educator. “Our goal with this program is to provide some information about what’s available, but also to hear from producers who have on-the-ground experience and have seen the perks and pitfalls. We want to balance what’s possible with what’s real.”
The discussion will include:
- Drones — Use with pasture and cattle management and understanding regulations.
- Remote Water Monitoring Systems and Cameras — How well do they work? What is the cost?
- Calming Pheromone Treatment for Cattle — What it is and observations of its effectiveness.
- Virtual Fencing — How well does the technology currently work? What has been learned?
The round table program will be at the 4-H Building located just off South High School Street in Kimball, Nebraska on Tuesday, April 16 from 7-8:30 p.m. There is no cost to attend, and no registration is required. For questions about the program, please contact Aaron Berger, Nebraska Extension Educator, at 308-235-3122 or aberger2@unl.edu.