ISU McNay Farm to host cow research field day
7/29/24
AMES, Iowa — Applied research is a core component of Extension and Outreach at Iowa State University, and the Iowa Beef Center has conducted a number of research projects in recent years that address questions and concerns of cow-calf producers. IBC will share the results of those projects at a Cow Research Field Day, Aug. 23 at Iowa State University's McNay Memorial Research and Demonstration Farm in Chariton.
The day starts at 9 a.m. with an optional farm tour highlighting some current alfalfa plots and farm facilities. The main program runs from 10:30 a.m. to noon with speakers covering a variety of recently completed or ongoing research projects regarding cow-calf and forage production.
Some of these featured research projects are:
- Starch and digestible fiber-based supplementation impact on first calf heifer performance and nutrient mobilization through the production cycle.
- Heifer development using carcass ultrasound as an indicator for heifer reproduction performance.
- Will pour-ons affect your dung dynasty?
Following the presentations, the Lucas County Cattlemen will grill a light lunch for attendees. They'll also have opportunities to visit informally with researchers and farm staff. In addition to the topics discussed during the program, research reports also will be available on other recently competed projects.
The ISU McNay Research Farm is located at 45249 170th Ave. Chariton. Although this event is free, registration is requested by Aug. 21 by emailing Beth Reynolds or calling 515-294-BEEF (2333) to register.
(This article was written by IBC communications intern Dacia Schoulte.)
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The Iowa Beef Center at Iowa State University was established in 1996 with the goal of supporting the growth and vitality of the state’s beef cattle industry. It comprises faculty and staff from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and College of Veterinary Medicine, and works to develop and deliver the latest research-based information regarding the beef cattle industry. For more information about IBC, visit www.iowabeefcenter.org.
Contact:
Beth Reynolds, ISU Extension and Outreach program specialist, 515-294-9881, bethr@iastate.edu
