Join University of Illinois Extension staff and researchers to learn about research updates, herd management decisions, and new trends.
All attendees must register by emailing Travis Meteer at wmeteer2@illinois.edu. A complimentary dinner is provided at no charge. The meal will be grilled and served by the CWCC Ag Club. The pre-tour will be a mix of outdoor and under roof, so dress appropriately. Please do not wear clothing or footwear that you have worn in your feedlot or pastures unless washed. The talks will be held indoors in a friendly climate, no matter the weather. For more information, please contact Travis Meteer at 217-430-7030.
Schedule
Tour
3 p.m. at the Orr Beef Research Center (37737 Perry Fishook Rd, Baylis)
Cattle on display, tour of calving barn, working facility, pens, windbreaks, and fence-line hay feeders
Wes Chapple, Orr Beef Center Manager
Talks
5 p.m. at the Ag Sciences Complex and Fred Bradshaw Learning Center at the John Wood Community College Ag Center (37803 St. Hwy 104, Baylis)
Research Update -
- Weaning strategies for beef calves - Dr. Dan Shike, University of Illinois
- Digital Phenotyping: Measuring feeder cattle weights, cow size with cameras - Dr. Tiago Bresolin, University of Illinois
Virtual Fence 101 - Kaitlyn Dozler-German, Virtual Fence Program, University of Missouri
Animal Health - Managing tick pressure and subsequent disease concerns - Dr. Teresa Steckler, Illinois Extension
Panel Discussion - Using technology, profit tips, ask your own questions - Moderated by Travis Meteer, Illinois Extension