By Scout Nelson
The Carrington Research Extension Center (CREC) will host its annual Field Day on July 14, 2026, offering producers and agricultural professionals an opportunity to learn about the latest research, livestock management practices, and agricultural technologies. One of the featured events during the morning program is the beef production tour, which focuses on topics that support healthier cattle and more efficient beef production.
The morning field day also includes separate tours covering agronomy, horticulture, and organic and sustainable agriculture. During the afternoon, participants can attend a tour highlighting emerging technologies. Topics include spray drone applications, plasma activated water from a Green Lightning system, updates from Grand Farm, and other developing agricultural innovations.
The beef production tour features presentations from university specialists, veterinarians, and state experts who will share current research and practical management information.
The tour begins with the Smart Feed Facility inauguration, presented by Mike Ostlie, director of the Carrington Research Extension Center. Attendees will also receive an update on the New World screwworm (NWS) from Ethan Andress, DVM and State Veterinarian with the North Dakota Department of Agriculture.
Additional presentations focus on livestock health and pest management. Patrick Beauzay, entomology research specialist with the NDSU Department of Plant Pathology, will explain the life cycle of flies and why understanding their development is important for effective control. Jake Galbreath, DVM and Extension Veterinarian with the NDSU Department of Animal Sciences, will discuss practical fly control methods for cow herds.
Nutrition and herd health are also important parts of the program. Pauliane Pucetti, post-doctoral research fellow with the NDSU Department of Animal Sciences, will present information about proteins for cattle. Quynn Steichen, DVM, MS, DACVP, anatomic pathologist with the NDSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, will discuss cattle abortions and related herd health concerns in North Dakota.
Weather and climate information will conclude the tour. Daryl Ritchison, director of the North Dakota Agricultural Weather Network (NDAWN) and North Dakota State Climatologist, will provide updates on drought conditions and explain how weather information can help producers make better management decisions.
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Categories: North Dakota, Livestock, Beef Cattle