Feedlot Crews Mark Your Calendars for Cowboy College

Drovers is proud to be hosting Cowboy College on Sept. 7-8, in Dodge City, Kan. The two day meeting will offer an educational opportunity designed specifically for feedlot crews.

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(Wyatt Bechtel)

Drovers is proud to be hosting Cowboy College on Sept. 7-8, in Dodge City, Kan. The two day meeting will offer an educational opportunity designed specifically for feedlot crews.

From pen riders to the processing team there will be plenty of chances to learn about best management practices and animal welfare.

Nationally recognized veterinarians Tom Noffsinger, Dan Thomson and Mike Apley will offer their expertise in a variety of topics, specifically animal health and handling, which are top of mind for cattlemen.

With the ongoing volatility in cattle markets now is the time to invest in your team’s knowledge.

Here is the tentative schedule for Drovers Cowboy College:

Wednesday, September 7, 2015

  • 8:30 - 10:00 a.m.
    • Registration and Exhibits Open
  • 10:00 a.m. - Noon
    • Management of Newly Received Cattle Dan Thomson
  • Noon - 1:00 p.m.
    • Lunch and Exhibits Open
  • 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
    • Low Stress Cattle Handling, Tom Noffsinger
  • 3:00 - 3:30 p.m.
    • Break and Exhibits Open
  • 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
    • Managing High Risk Calves the First 45 Days on Feed, Dan Thomson and Tom Noffsinger
  • 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
    • Networking Reception

Thursday, September 8, 2015

  • 7:00 - 8 a.m.
    • Breakfast and Exhibits Open
  • 8 - 10 a.m.
    • Antibiotic & Therapy Decisions for Sick Cattle, Mike Apley
  • 10:00 - 10:30 a.m.
    • Break and Exhibits Open
  • 10:30 a.m. - Noon
    • Management of Recovering Cattle, Dan Thomson
  • Noon - 1:00 p.m.
    • Lunch and Exhibits Open
  • 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
    • Contemporary Issues in Feedyards & Future Implications, Dan Thomson and Mike Apley
  • 3:00 p.m.
    • Adjourn

For more information click here.

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