Berks Ag Event Calendar
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Living on a Few Acres: Backyard Beef, Sheep, and Goats
November 14 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR
So you want to raise beef cattle, sheep, or goats? This introduction to beef, sheep, or goat production is designed for people who are interested in the fundamentals of starting a beef, sheep, or goat enterprise. Topics will include breed selection, feeding, reproduction, health, marketing, pasture, and grazing management. The information covered will be very basic and will provide an overview of beef, sheep, or goat production principles. Instructors will also share how to find more detailed information on various aspects of livestock production and some basics on cool-season species, grazing schemes, ruminant nutrition, and a little about the main poisonous plants to be concerned with.
EVENT DETAILS
The two-hour educational webinar is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the fundamental principles of beef, sheep, and goat production.
WHEN
November 14, 2024
(6:00 PM-8:00 PM ET)
Register By: November 14, 2024
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Living on a Few Acres is a webinar series developed for the beginning producer or homesteader who is looking to become more self-sufficient or take the first step in producing a product. These two-hour programs are designed to explain the very basic information on how to get started but provide resources with more advanced information as you continue pursuing your goal or hobby.
Who is this for?
New and beginning producers
What will you learn?
Beef cattle, sheep, and goat production basics
Ruminant nutrition
Feeding and nutrition
Poisonous plant concerns
Registration is required to receive the link to access the webinar.
A link to the recorded webinar will be emailed to registrants within ten business days after the live event. The recording will be accessible for six months from the event date.
Register By
November 14, 2024
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