Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Livestock Program Work Team (CCE LPWT) is pleased to offer virtual learning opportunities for local beef producers in February. There is no cost for the Zoom programming, but registration is required in order to receive a link for each Zoom meeting. Upcoming programming dates, topics and registration details are included below.

Tuesday February 13, 2024 6:30pm: Understanding Beef Diseases and Vaccinations That Can Prevent Them

Raising healthy and productive beef animals is key to the success of your beef operation, regardless of the size. Join us on Tuesday February 13, 2024 at 6:30pm to learn about common beef diseases and ailments and what vaccines maybe used to prevent them. In addition to covering common beef diseases, this webinar will also discuss diseases caused by ticks. Clarifying the differences between types of vaccines: modified live, versus killed, as well as explain how vaccines differ from bacterins. Guest presenter is Dr. Shannon Carpenter, D.V.M., Field Veterinarian with NY State Agriculture and Markets.

Registration link: http://tinyurl.com/3n37htz9

Tuesday February 20, 2024 6:30pm: Getting Feeder Calves Off to a Good Start/Weaning and Backgrounding

Livestock, Dairy and Equine Educator from Orange County CCE, Grace Ott, will join us to review the importance of adding value to your feeder cattle. Ensuring the success of your feeders’ future begins with getting them off on the right “hoof”. This webinar will share tips and strategies related to weaning and backgrounding cattle.

Registration Link: http://tinyurl.com/5ydsun4f