Iowa Cattelmen’s Association to Offer Free Educational Programs – The Hamburg Reporter

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The Iowa Cattlemen’s Association will host three educational programs in early 2022. The Cattlemen’s Forums will be held in January and March and are free. Each program will include a meal, educational sessions, a trade show and an industry update from the Iowa Cattlemen’s Association and the Iowa Beef Industry Council.

Producers can register by calling 515-296-2266. Walk-ins are welcome. You do not need to be a member to attend.

Wednesday, January 26, 5 p.m.

Carrollton Hotel and Events Center

1730 US Highway 71 N

Carroll, IA 51401

Topics and speakers:

Risk Management for Cattle Farmers – ISU Farm Management Specialist Tim Christensen

This session will primarily focus on educating producers on livestock risk products and other insurance products available to producers.

Cattle Market Status and Outlook – Troy Applehans, CattleFax

CattleFax’s Troy Applehans will compare data, discuss trends and provide potential insight into what producers could expect in livestock and grain markets this year.

Thursday, January 27, 5 p.m.

Hillcrest Golf and Country Club

701 S Cedar Avenue

Graettinger, IA 51342

Topics and speakers:

Risk Management for Cattle Farmers – ISU Farm Management Specialist Tim Christensen

This session will primarily focus on educating producers on livestock risk products and other insurance products available to producers.

Cattle Market Status and Outlook – Troy Applehans, CattleFax

Troy Applehans, with CattleFax, will compare data, discuss trends and potential insights into what they might expect in livestock and grain markets this year.

Thursday, March 3, 5:00 p.m.

West Union Event Center

10201 Harding Road

West Union, IA 52175

Topics and speaker:

Pre-Breeding Preparation for Your Cow Herd Cattle Market Situation and Outlook – Lance Zimmerman, CattleFax

About the Iowa Cattlemen’s Association: The Iowa Cattlemen’s Association represents nearly 8,000 beef producing families and associated companies dedicated to the future of Iowa’s beef industry. ICA’s mission is “To Grow Iowa’s Beef Business Through Advocacy, Leadership, and Education.” www.iacattlemen.org.

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