The 2019 Beef Feedlot Short Course, organized and hosted by Iowa Beef Center at Iowa State University, is Aug. 6-8 at the Hansen Ag Student Learning Center in Ames.

ISU Extension beef specialist Erika Lundy says the goal of the event is to optimize participant learning through exposure to new technology, research and best management practices. The best way to accomplish this is in a small group setting with a mix of hands-on and classroom instruction.

"Because this short course is designed specifically for feedlot managers, employees and industry, the attendance limit is 30," Lundy says. "We feel this is the best way to provide in-depth information on nutrition basics, data management, feed bunk management and health issues, but still be able to answer questions at any stage."

Sessions will be at the Iowa State Beef Nutrition Farm and Couser Cattle Co. in Nevada, Iowa. The program runs from 12:30 p.m. Aug. 6 through noon Aug. 8. For questions on the short course content, contact Lundy at [email protected] or IBC Director Dan Loy at [email protected].

2019 short course topics include:

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The $350-per-person registration fee includes transportation between designated hotel and course locations, and meals listed on the agenda. Registration deadline is midnight July 30 or when the course limit of 30 is reached, whichever occurs first. Any cancellation requesting a refund must also be received by midnight July 30. All registrations must be done by either online registration or submitting registration form with payment. Substitutions are allowed.

See the short course website for registration information, requirements and links at aep.iastate.edu/feedlot. Participants are responsible for making their own lodging arrangements, if needed. A block of rooms is available at the Sleep Inn & Suites, 1310 Dickinson Ave. in Ames for those wishing to stay in Ames. Call 515-337-1171 for reservations.

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