Nebraska Extension webinar will look at ways to address low cow-calf pairs. Photo by Karla Wilke
Low pregnancy rates in young cows can significantly impact herd replacement costs and long-term profitability for cow-calf producers. To address this challenge, Nebraska Extension will host a webinar titled “Considerations of Causes of Low Pregnancy Rates in Young Cows” on Tuesday, March 10.
An in-person webinar will be held at the Sheridan County Office, 800 South Loofborrow St. in Rushville, where producers can engage and discuss with others. It will be hosted by Brock Ortner, Nebraska Extension Livestock Educator.
The webinar will begin at 6:30 p.m Mountain time (7:30 p.m. Central) and focus on key biological and management factors that influence reproductive success in young cows.
Topics and presenters include:
- Heifer Development – Dr. Rick Funston and Dr. Kacie McCarthy
- Genetic Selection – Dr. Matt Spangler
- Nutrition for the Cow – Dr. Karla Wilke
- Infectious Diseases and Infertility – Dr. Brian Vander Ley and Dr. Matt Hille.
The first 40 minutes of the program will feature short presentations from each speaker, followed by a live question-and-answer session. Participants will have the opportunity to engage directly with Nebraska Extension specialists, veterinarians, and educators.
The webinar is open to cow-calf producers, veterinarians, and consultants. The goal of the program is to encourage discussion around low pregnancy rates in young cows and to provide research-based insights that can be applied in herd management decisions.
There is no cost to attend, but advance registration is requested. To register for the webinar or to attend the in-person webinar, email Nebraska Extension Livestock Educator Aaron Berger at aberger2@unl.edu by Friday, March 6.
A recording of the webinar will be made available to registered participants following the program.
For more information, contact Berger at 308-235-3122 or aberger2@unl.edu.
