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Join us for our July beef on dairy dialogue webinar!
July 15 webinar to discuss Steroidal Implants for Dairy Derived Beef Cattle
The I-29 Moo University Beef On Dairy Dialogue Webinar Series continues Tuesday, July 15 from 12 noon to 1 p.m. CDT, focusing on the use of steroidal implant in dairy derived beef cattle: impacts on growth, carcass quality, and cattle behavior with Zachary Smith from South Dakota State University.
For nearly 70 years, beef cattle producers have used steroidal implants to increase skeletal muscle growth rate, improve carcass leanness, increase average daily gain (ADG), and alter dry matter intake (DMI) compared to non-implanted cattle.
Dairy-derived beef steers require special attention to implant timing and use as they are typically fed for 280 to 360 days, depending upon placement BW. This talk will discuss the use of this technology with special emphasis placed on items that should be considered when developing an effective implant strategy for dairy-derived beef across all production phases.
Zach Smith is an Associate Professor with Tenure in the Department of Animal Science and the Faculty Supervisor of the Ruminant Nutrition Center at South Dakota State University in Brookings, SD. Zach has served in this capacity since July of 2018.
His Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Production is from Texas Tech University. He received a Master of Science Degree under the direction of Dr. Robbi Pritchard at South Dakota State University in 2015 and a Doctor of Philosophy degree under the direction of Dr. Bradley Johnson in 2018 at Texas Tech University.
Zach and his Wife Shyan (both Texans) reside just north of Brookings along with their two children, Maddox Kru (8) and Renner Jack Toland (3), Bonnie the cat, plus, three dogs Max, Bella, and Henry.
There is no fee to participate in the webinar; however, registration is required at least one hour prior to the webinar. Register online at:
Dr. Zachary Smith
Join us for our july webinar!
I-29 Moo University Webinar on July 16 to focus on the Potential Benefits of Automated Feeding Robot
At I-29 Moo University, we are passionate about helping farmers and growers achieve success. Our team of experts offers a wide range of agricultural services, from soil sampling and analysis to crop scouting and pest management. We work with you to develop customized solutions that meet your unique needs and help you maximize your yields. With years of experience in the industry and a commitment to excellence, you can trust I-29 Moo University to help you achieve your goals.
Dr. Isaac Salfer
Join us on July 31!
2025 Forage Field Day
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, in partnership with I-29 Moo University and the Northern Plains Forage Association, invites producers, agronomists and forage enthusiasts to attend the 2025 Forage Field Day on July 31 at the Western Research and Demonstration Farm near Castana.
This all-day event will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and feature field demonstrations, expert talks and hands-on learning opportunities. Forage topics will focus on summer annuals for silage, baleage and grazing, interseeding strategies, as well as pasture management.
Attendees will hear from leading Iowa State University researchers and industry professionals on topics such as the agronomics of grazing summer annuals, sorghum breeding objectives, interseeding summer annuals into alfalfa and heifer grazing economics.Cows grazing on sudan grass.
Highlights from the day will include:
- Field demonstrations of forage sorghum for silage, summer annual grazing systems and nitrate and prussic acid testing
- Live nitrate and prussic acid testing demos to enhance in-season decision-making
Interactive forage and weed ID competition with prizes
- Expert insights on topics ranging from grazing economics to breeding priorities for sorghum and strategies to extend alfalfa stand life
“This field day is a great opportunity to see the versatility of summer annuals in action — whether for silage, grazing or interseeding,” said Shelby Gruss, extension forage specialist with Iowa State. “These crops offer flexible options to fill forage gaps, extend alfalfa stands and improve both productivity and profitability across diverse forage systems.”
The cost to attend the field day is $20 for individuals or $50 for farms and family groups up to five people. All participants are asked to register online by July 21 to be eligible for a door prize. Members of the Northern Plains Forage Association may attend for free, but must register in advance for an accurate food count.
A complimentary lunch will be provided under the hoop barn, where participants can test their forage ID skills and network with speakers and fellow attendees.
The Western Research and Demonstration Farm is located at 36515 Highway E34, Castana.
For more information, contact Gail Carpenter at ajcarpen@iastate.edu.
REGISTER AT HTTPS://GO.IASTATE.EDU/2025FORAGEFIELDDAY
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