Program Overview

Beef Cattle Short Course

The Beef Cattle Short Course is a two-day event presented by Penn State Extension with support from the Pennsylvania Beef Producers Working Group. The program will begin with a live cattle evaluation, offering participants an opportunity to assess a class of cattle and learn how those evaluations translate to outcomes on the rail.

Following the live cattle evaluation, guest speakers and workshops will be introduced, designed to help participants gain confidence in concepts related to raising cattle for the beef market and maintaining a healthy herd. On Day 2, the cattle evaluated live will be assessed on the rail. University specialists will discuss yield and quality and demonstrate carcass breakdown techniques.

Who is this for?

• Beef cattle producers
• Beef cattle nutritionists
• Small meat packers

What will you learn?

• Understanding feed analysis
• Formulating rations
• Managing cattle health
• Marketing your product

Fees

Fees are not specified in the provided context.

Agenda

The agenda for the Beef Cattle Short Course includes:

• Live cattle evaluation
• Workshops on raising cattle for the beef market and maintaining a healthy herd
• Assessment of cattle on the rail
• Discussions on yield and quality
• Demonstration of carcass breakdown techniques

Instructors

Instructors for the course are not specified in the provided context.

Policies

• Space is limited, and preregistration is required.
• The event will follow University and local guidelines and regulations regarding COVID-19.

Guidance Regarding COVID-19

The event will adhere to University and local guidelines and regulations at the time of the event. Participants are responsible for following guidelines and protocols to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.

Reviews

100% of 100 reviewers have given the course a positive rating.

Related Courses and Resources

• Kickstarting the Beef Calf for Success: A workshop on calf management and health.
• Preventive Controls for Animal Food: A course on food safety and preventive controls.
• Grazing 101: Sustainable Pasture Management for Livestock: An online course on sustainable pasture management.
• Beef Production and Management: An online course covering breeds, facilities, nutrition, reproduction, and marketing.
• FSMA's Preventive Controls for Animal Foods Rule: A video discussing the Food Safety Modernization Act's rule on preventive controls for animal foods.
• Calculating the Cost of Beef Production: An article on determining the financial success of a beef production enterprise.
• Grazing Corn Stalks with Beef Cattle: An article on extending the grazing season by grazing corn crop residue.
• Livestock Methane Emissions in the United States: An article on methane production in the US.
• Determining Forage Quality: Understanding Feed Analysis: An article on using feed analysis to determine forage quality.