A Fencing and Grazing Clinic, organized and hosted by Iowa State University’s Iowa Beef Center, Department of Animal Science, and Beef Teaching Farm at Iowa State University, is set for June 17 at the Beef Teaching Farm in Ames. Erika Lundy, Iowa State Extension beef specialist, says a variety of topics, speakers and learning opportunities make this in-person clinic a “must-attend” for anyone who works with cattle, grazing and fencing in their operations.

“Attendees of this one-day event will learn about considerations for a grazing plan, tour the ISU Beef Teaching Farm and participate in a fencing demonstration led by Gallagher on permanent and temporary fencing,” she says. “Fencing laws, ISU research updates and interaction with an experienced grazier producer panel also are on the agenda.”

David Bruene, Beef Teaching Farm manager, says participants will be able to see and ask about methods being tried on the farm for extending the grazing season and controlling cow costs.

“We’ve been experimenting with cover crops, annual forages, paddock renovation and swath grazing,” Bruene says. “The on-farm component allows us to showcase some of what we’re doing, and producers can learn from our successes and mistakes.”

Participants will be split into two groups to allow for easier hands-on demonstrations and small group discussions during both the classroom and in-field settings. The clinic will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and includes a meal prepared by the Story County Cattlemen. The event flyer offers a quick look at topics, date, time and location, and has a sponsor listing.

There is no cost to attend; however, all registration must be done online on the event website at aep.iastate.edu/fencing.

Organizers are prioritizing the health and safety of Iowans and are following the most current federal, state, local and university COVID-19 guidelines. Participants are required to wear a face covering when in the presence of others and unable to maintain a 6-foot physical distance.

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