Register Now for Feedlot Forum 2026

By Scout Nelson

Registration is open for the Siouxland Feedlot Forum scheduled for June 16, 2026, in South Sioux City, Nebraska. The event brings together industry experts and professionals to share useful information on cattle feeding, research developments, and farm management practices.

The forum is presented by South Dakota State University Extension, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and industry partners. It focuses on providing practical knowledge that helps producers improve livestock performance and manage operations more effectively.

The event will take place at the Marriott Event Center and follows a full-day schedule. A pre-conference session runs from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., followed by registration at 10:30 a.m. and opening remarks at 11 a.m. The registration fee is $100 per person and includes access to the pre-conference session, forum, and reception. Participants can register online or in person on the day of the event. To register in advance, visit the SDSU Extension Events page and search “feedlot”.

Cattle feeding plays an important role in agriculture across the region, and this forum is designed to address key challenges and opportunities. The program includes presentations from leading experts. Zach Smith, an associate professor at SDSU, discusses cattle performance related to recent label changes by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Additional sessions include topics such as managing cattle facilities, improving labor efficiency, and handling workforce transitions. Speakers include Galen Erickson, John Schroeder, and Tommy Winders, who share practical insights based on their experience in the field.

“Our panel of experts will provide timely information for the audience to apply the latest ideas and technology to better manage their livestock, facilities and labor," said Alfredo DiCostanzo, UNL Beef Systems Extension Educator.

The Siouxland Feedlot Forum provides a valuable platform for producers to learn, connect, and stay updated with current industry trends.

For more information, contact Warren Rusche, assistant professor and SDSU Extension Feedlot Management Specialist.

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