By Scout Nelson
North Dakota cattle producers and agricultural professionals have an opportunity to learn about the latest developments in beef production during the upcoming Beef Production Field Day at North Dakota State University’s Carrington Research Extension Center (CREC). The annual event is scheduled for July 14 and will feature educational presentations, research updates, and demonstrations focused on improving cattle management and production efficiency.
The Beef Production Field Day is one of four morning tours offered during the CREC’s 67th annual field day. Additional tours focus on agronomy, horticulture, and organic and sustainable agriculture. Participants also have the opportunity to attend an afternoon tour highlighting emerging agricultural technologies and innovations.
The event begins at 9 a.m. CDT with registration, coffee, and a welcome session. The beef production tour starts at 9:30 a.m. and continues until noon, followed by lunch for attendees.
Several industry experts and researchers are scheduled to share information on important topics affecting livestock producers. The program includes the Smart Feed Facility Inauguration presented by Mike Ostlie, director of the Carrington Research Extension Center.
Animal health topics include an update on New World screwworm from Ethan Andress, state veterinarian with the North Dakota Department of Agriculture, and a discussion on cattle abortions in North Dakota herds presented by Quynn Steichen of the NDSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory.
Fly management will also receive significant attention during the event. Patrick Beauzay will discuss the life cycle of flies, while Jake Galbreath will present practical fly control strategies for cow herds.
Research updates include information on protein sources for cattle from Pauliane Pucetti. Weather-related topics will be covered by Daryl Ritchison, who will discuss the Drought Monitor and the North Dakota Agricultural Weather Network (NDAWN), providing valuable insights into environmental conditions that impact livestock operations.
The afternoon program focuses on emerging technologies, including spray drone applications, plasma activated water technology from a Green Lightning system, and innovations from Grand Farm.
The Carrington Research Extension Center is located 3.5 miles north of Carrington on U.S. Highway 281. The field day provides producers with a valuable opportunity to learn about current research, practical management tools, and new technologies that can support successful cattle operations.
For more information about the beef production tour, visit www.ndsu.ag/crecfieldday.
Questions may be directed to Karl Hoppe or Mary Keena at 701-652-2951 or by email at karl.hoppe@ndsu.edu, or mary.keena@ndsu.edu.
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Categories: North Dakota, Livestock, Beef Cattle, Weather