Join NDSU’s cattle reproductive strategies workshop

By Scout Nelson

North Dakota State University’s Dickinson Research Extension Center (DREC) will host a workshop on November 14 focusing on heifer synchronization, reproductive management, and genetic development in cattle. This event, aimed at enhancing cattle production strategies, will provide essential knowledge for cattle producers, breeders, and industry experts.

The workshop will take place at the Agriculture Building Auditorium, Room 104, on the Dickinson State University campus, located at 400 State Ave., Dickinson, North Dakota. The event will start at 9 a.m. and conclude at 3:15 p.m. MST. Toby Stroh from the Dickinson State University Department of Agriculture and Technical Studies will emcee the workshop.

Topics for the day include heifer synchronization, capturing value from genetically superior cows, and maximizing reproductive efficiency. Presenters include Douglas Landblom, DREC research specialist, and various cattle experts such as Derrick Dukart from Dukart Ranch, Joe Dalton from the University of Idaho, and George Perry from Texas A&M AgriLife Research Center.

Key agenda items:

Registration and announcements by Douglas Landblom

• “Managing Cows for Reproductive Success” by Derrick Dukart
• “Reproductive Management in Natural Service Settings” by Joe Dalton and George Perry (Zoom)
• "Capturing Value for Genetically Superior Calves” by Troy Marshall of the American Angus Association
• “Nutritional Management of Replacement Heifers” by Shelby Rosasco, University of Wyoming

Research updates and cattle market outlook for 2024-2025

The workshop will conclude with closing remarks and an open discussion. Both in-person and online attendance options are available. For in-person attendees, registration is requested by November 11.

To learn more or register, visit ndsu.ag/reproworkshop. For additional questions, contact Douglas Landblom at 701-456-1109 or via email at douglas.landblom@ndsu.edu.

This workshop promises valuable insights for cattle management, supporting industry growth and efficiency through advanced reproductive strategies and genetics.

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