Free workshops - boost your beef value in Wisconsin

By Blake Jackson

Calling all cattle producers in Wisconsin! Hone your skills and boost your profit margin at one of the "Producing Quality Beef" workshops happening across the state this February and March. These interactive sessions delve deep into the factors influencing fed cattle value, equipping you with actionable insights to optimize your operation. 

What's In Store? 

• Live cattle evaluation: Witness a panel of experienced buyers discuss ideal traits for market success, demystifying consumer preferences and their impact on pricing. 
• Unveiling quality defects: Gain firsthand knowledge of common carcass issues encountered by packing plants, learning how to avoid them and maximize your returns. 
• Hands-on learning: Get messy with ribeye measurements, back fat assessments, and practical exercises to fine-tune your quality grading skills. 
• Expert insights: Explore best practices in feeding, management, and pre-harvest handling to produce the finish cattle packers are eager to buy. 
• National Benchmarking: Stay informed about the latest findings from the National Beef Quality Audit, identifying areas for improvement and aligning with market trends. 

The Details: 

• Free to attend! Simply pre-register 7 days in advance to secure your lunch and handouts. 
• Convenient locations: Choose from four informative workshops held across Wisconsin. Check the "Producing Quality Beef Workshops" flier for specific dates and venues. 
• Collaborative expertise: Brought to you by the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection, University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension, Wisconsin Beef Council, and industry partners. 

Don't miss this valuable opportunity to level up your cattle production and command better prices for your hard work! Register today and unlock the secrets to producing quality beef in Wisconsin. To register, go to https://bit.ly/3GSZtuJ or call the Wisconsin Beef Council at (800) 728-BEEF (2333) or 608-833-7177. 

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