Learn the most up-to-date information on topics including dairy and livestock production, forages, and farm management resources from Extension’s Agriculture virtual education offerings. Your farm-ready research! There is no charge to participate in the sessions, but pre-registration is required to allow access.
Make sure you register separately for EACH WEBINAR you are interested in attending – VIEW THE LIST.
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Wednesday, January 11 | 7:30 – 9pmZOOM
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Join Robert Van Saun DVM, MS, PhD PennState Extension Veterinarian presents a discussion on proper nutrition of the ewe or doe to prevent pregnancy toxemia and ensure lamb or kid survival and their ability to thrive. The next critical step is providing sufficient good quality colostrum. This presentation will discuss new research addressing diagnosis and prevention of pregnancy toxemia as well as methods to evaluate colostrum quality. Criteria to determine adequacy of colostrum intake for the lamb and kid will be provided to help participants improve their colostrum management program. |
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Wednesday, February 8 | 7:30 – 9pmZOOM
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How often have you looked at a lamb crop and thought, “Do I sell them or feed them out?” Perhaps, you wonder, “What is my breakeven for this year’s production?” Or “Is expanding the flock a good business decision?” UW-Madison Extension’s Sheep Operation Enterprise Budget Excel Spreadsheet can estimate the cost of production using your farm’s historical and current data. Utilizing records and an enterprise budget can assist in answering these questions and making informed decisions. Join Carolyn Ihde and Bill Halfman for an in-depth look at the newly released UW-Madison Sheep Operation Enterprise Budget Excel Decision-Making Tool. |
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Wednesday, March 8 | 7:30 – 9pmZOOM
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Preparing properly for the breeding season will help to ensure success during lambing or kidding. This presentation by Dr. Justing Luther from UW-River Falls covers the basic management requirements of small ruminant males and females for optimal fertility and productivity. Nutrition, general health, and reproduction management will be discussed. Producers are encouraged to participate with questions and willingness to share past management experiences. |
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Wednesday, April 12 | 7:30 – 9pmZOOM
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Join us for a grilling and cooking demonstration by Cody Heimke. |
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