Topics of soil health, rural stress and mental health, controlled environment agriculture, livestock management and highly pathogenic avian influenza will highlight the North Dakota State University Extension activities at the Big Iron Farm and Construction Show in West Fargo, North Dakota, Sept. 9-11.
Cattle producers are invited to join NDSU Extension specialists at the livestock building for several livestock management and industry sessions. All presentations will include a Q&A.
At 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Karl Hoppe, NDSU Extension livestock specialist at the Carrington Research Extension Center, will discuss exploring the value of a cow herd through feeding calves to finish. At 2 p.m., Dr. Jake Galbreath, NDSU Extension veterinarian, will provide an update on livestock diseases, including highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI).
Source : ndsu.edu