Dakota Alternative Beef Cow Systems Symposium
The Dakota Alternative Beef Cow Systems Symposium will provide up-to-date research and information for farmers and ranchers interested in alternative production practices due to limited perennial pastures and rangeland. The one-day event is offered at two in-person locations with one virtual option. Dates and locations are:
- Tuesday, Feb. 6, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. - Huron Event Center, Huron, SD
- Wednesday, Feb. 7, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. - Jamestown Civic Center, Jamestown, ND, or virtually through Zoom
Topics include:
- Feeding strategies to replace forage
- Creep-feeding calves in confinement systems
- Alternative grazing strategies that increase adaptability
- Trade-offs of alternative cow-calf systems compared to perennial pasture-based cow-calf systems
The cost of the event is $25 and includes a copy of the Feb. 7 recording. To register for one of the in-person events or to receive the Zoom link, visit https://agext-northdakotastate-ndus.nbsstore.net/dakotas-alternative-beef-cow-systems-symposium.
Participants must register by Jan. 31 to attend one of the in-person events. Virtual participants will need a computer and internet connection.
Requests for accommodations related to disability should be made to the event contact person at least two weeks in advance of the event.
