Kansas State University Webinars Offer Solutions for Cattle Producers Navigating Drought Challenges

Kansas State University's beef extension specialists are organizing a series of four webinars tailored for producers facing production challenges amidst the ongoing drought in Kansas. Scheduled for late May and early June, the webinars will provide valuable insights and strategies to help producers manage their operations effectively.

The webinars will be held on Wednesdays at 11 a.m. CT, with the following topics, presenters, and registration links:

May 24: Brett Crosby from Custom Ag Solutions will present Using Basis and Margin Tools for Making Real World Ranch Management Decisions During Drought. Visit tinyurl.com/KSUBeefBasis to register.

May 31: Glynn Tonsor of the K-State Department of Agriculture presented on the use of KSU's Beef Replacement Decision Aide in Assessing Herd Expansion and Contraction.

June 7: Cow Feeding Techniques with Limited Forage, Tinyurl.com/KSUBeefFeeding Jason Warner, K-State Extension Cow-Calf Specialist

June 14: Justin Waggoner, a K-State Beef Systems Specialist, will give a presentation titled "Feeding and Managing Early Weaned Calves." https://tinyurl.com/KSUBeefWean to register

The majority of Kansas counties are experiencing abnormal dryness or different levels of drought, which has presented producers with difficulties such fodder scarcity, rising forage and feed ingredient costs, toxic forages, and problems with water quality and availability. There is a need for advice on how to manage cattle in these challenging circumstances, even though some people have resorted to selling their cattle.

The webinars aim to provide valuable information that will empower producers to make informed decisions, not only to address immediate challenges but also to position themselves favorably for future improvements. Producers are encouraged to participate and gain insights into effective management strategies that will enable them to navigate the current drought and be well-prepared when conditions improve.

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