By Scout Nelson
South Dakota State University (SDSU) Extension continues to support cattle producers through its monthly Cattle HQ Live webinar series. This free program happens on the third Thursday of each month at 2:00 p.m. CST and covers important topics to help producers make better decisions for their herds.
This month’s session focuses on how to use feedlot close-out data and carcass data to improve cow herd management. The featured speakers are Erin DeHaan, SDSU Extension Beef Specialist, and Christina Bakker, SDSU Extension Meat Science Specialist.
Both experts will guide producers on how to evaluate performance data to see if their herd is meeting its goals.
Analyzing feedlot data helps producers learn how cattle perform in the feedlot and how their carcasses grade after processing.
These insights are key to improving genetics, nutrition, and overall management. By studying this information, producers can make more informed choices about breeding, feeding, and marketing their cattle.
There is no cost to join the webinar, but registration is required to receive the Zoom link and session reminders. Once registered, participants are signed up for all future sessions in the series. This allows producers to stay updated on a variety of topics throughout the year.
The SDSU beef team, including advisors like Julie Walker and Erin DeHaan, encourages producers across the region to take part in the learning. Cattle HQ Live is designed to be practical, research-based, and easy to understand, making it a valuable resource for anyone in the beef industry.
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Categories: South Dakota, Education, Livestock, Beef Cattle, Dairy Cattle