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Mission: The Iowa Beef Center mission is to enhance the vitality, profitability and growth of the Iowa beef industry through timely and relevant producer education, applied research and improved access to information.
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	The Iowa Beef Center at Iowa State University is hosting two field days in August that will highlight innovative strategies for pasture renovation. The events are part of a three-year research project evaluating the benefits of interseeding sudangrass into abused calving paddocks.
	Pasture management decisions made today can impact grazing success not just this season, but well into the future. Warren County and surrounding area producers are invited to a late afternoon pasture walk Aug. 26 near New Virginia.
	THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO WEDNESDAY, JULY 16. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is hosting a haying equipment demonstration field day on July 16 at the McNay Memorial Research and Demonstration Farm in Chariton. This event will feature several sessions, each showcasing different types of haying equipment, with demonstrations from industry representatives from south central Iowa. ISU extension beef specialist Chris Clark said there also will be an equipment trade show area where attendees can inspect the machinery and meet with industry representatives.
	If you’re thinking about attending this year’s Feedlot Short Course, you’ll want to act soon. Iowa State University extension beef specialist Erika Lundy-Woolfolk said a few spots remain in the July 29-31 event. With a registration limit of 30, all attendees are assured of personal interactions and hands-on opportunities with some familiar and new activities.
	The Iowa State University Cash Rental Rates for Iowa 2025 Survey has been published, and the results make an interesting read for any land owner, tenant, or farm manager. For the first time in six years, row crop rental rates decreased by almost 3%; however, rental rates on pasture and forage acres across the state remain steady to 3% higher for the ninth straight year.
	When it comes to choosing the right mineral package for your cows, one size does NOT fit all. Iowa State University extension beef specialist Erika Lundy-Woolfolk said the decision begins with two factors: the stage of production and the current diet. With much of the Iowa cow herd now being turned out on pasture, be sure to compare components formulated for early spring, breeding season, or late summer as you consider overall packages.
	Dealing with stress: Serious financial and other stresses continue to impact and affect those in our agricultural community. There are some resources to help deal with a variety of stress concerns and grief. The Iowa Concern Hotline is always available at 800-447-1985, iowaconcern@iastate.edu and at https://www.extension.iastate.edu/iowaconcern/.
	Looking for a BQA workshop? Check this listing on this page of the Iowa Beef Industry Council website for a location near you. This page also has links to our IBC personnel, online BQA training, information on BQA transportation trainings and more.
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Mission: The Iowa Beef Center mission is to enhance the vitality, profitability and growth of the Iowa beef industry through timely and relevant producer education, applied research and improved access to information.

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