Livestock owners learn best management practices to control feed costs in 23.rd Garry L. Mathes, Chair of the Annual Missouri Livestock Symposium on December 3 in Kirksville, Missouri.
Zach Irwin, Livestock and Symposium Vice Chair MU Extension Field Specialist, said: “The input costs on many levels are completely beyond our limits. You have control now, but how you manage your feed station is entirely in your hands,” added Irwin.
Dr. Gary Lacefield, Professor Emeritus at the University of Kentucky, will discuss two different topics on Saturday: “What is feed quality and what can be done to improve it?” and “The role and importance of feed legumes.” Give a talk on the topic. During his 41-year career at the UK University of Agriculture, Food and Environment, Lacefield has been an expert in feed extension, helping feed and livestock producers make management decisions to improve their feed production operations. supported A world-renowned alfalfa and tall fescue researcher, Racefield is the author of over 300 publications, articles and papers.
Jeremiah Markway of Markway Ranch in Eldon, Missouri, talks about “grazing all year round.” The Markway Family custom grazes feeders and dry-bred cows in addition to its own cows. This adds versatility and flexibility to your operations. Everything is managed by a rotation grazing system, with sheep grazing him 365 days a year. Jeremiah strives to keep the input system low while trying to achieve high profits.
Dr. Harley Naumann, University of Missouri, discusses “Developing Drought-Resistant Forage-Livestock Systems.” Dr. Naumann’s research focuses on understanding the key physiological components of warm and cold season feeds that can lead to improved feed and livestock production systems.
Charlie Ellis, MU Extension Field Specialist, Ag Engineering, talks about “Hay Loss Reduction Strategies.”Through his position at his university, Ellis has been dedicated to helping farmers analyze crop data and ensure plant health and productivity..
Irwin adds: Racefield hasn’t been here in a few years, but he’s always been a highlight of the attendees, and an additional speaker makes for a great program for growers looking to strengthen the fodder base of their operations. ”
The Missouri Livestock Symposium is a two-day agricultural trade show. The Missouri Livestock Symposium is held at Matthew Middle School, 1515 S. Cottage Grove. Hours are 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Friday December 2nd, and he Saturday December 3rd from 8am to 4pm.
In addition to sessions on feed, other topics covered are beef cattle, sheep/goats, gardening, farm dogs, and farm management. Multiple tracks progress at the same time.
The program is free and no pre-registration is required. The symposium offers a free beef his dinner at his six o’clock. Free lunch Friday afternoon and Saturday. Meals are sponsored by Merchandise Group of Missouri. A volunteer symposium committee hosts the event.
A significant portion of this program is offered at no cost to our Platinum Level Sponsors: University of Missouri Extension, Sullivan Auctions, LLC, Missouri Department of Agriculture, Missouri Sheep Merchandising Council, FCS Financial, KTVO Studios and Missouri Beef Industry Council. increase.
More information and additional sponsorships are available at the Missouri Livestock Symposium website, or contact the Adair County MU Extension Center at 660-665-9866, or Mathes at 660-341-6625.
The symposium attracts many visitors from Missouri and neighboring states.
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