source: Farm and Food Report
You know you are providing a useful service when your product sells out year after year.
It seems the 9th edition of the Western Canadian Feedlot Management School, which will be held from August 9 to 11 in Saskatoon, will be no different, according to University of Saskatchewan Beef Chair John McKinnon.
“So far, all our schools have sold out. As in the past, the school takes place at the U of S in partnership with the Saskatchewan Cattle Feeders Association and Saskatchewan Agriculture and Food. This is a three-day program that provides exposure to expertise and hands-on experience in feedlot management. We cover all aspects of the business, nutrition, health and facilities issues.”
The school is intended for people who are looking at getting into the cattle feeding business—all the way from backgrounding to finishing—as well as for people already involved in the feedlot industry.
“If you are considering expansion or just getting started, this school will help you stay on track,” says McKinnon. “The cattle feeding industry requires knowledgeable feedlot operators who can adapt to changes in production and marketing practices,” he adds.
The Business and Marketing session presentations will focus on the basics of developing a sound marketing plan in operations, including factors influencing costs of gain, steps to minimize risks in owning and feeding cattle, the custom option, and how to use this information to market and profit from your program.
“Participants will have the opportunity to utilize marketing tools to determine costs of production and projected profits, as part of the session.”
Topics will include: practical cattle marketing; record keeping for feedlot information management; evaluating feeding alternatives to maximize profits; economic and performance indicators that point to a successful feeding operation; and producing wholesome beef with good production practices.
The next day’s theme is: Processing, Receiving and Identification of Sick Cattle. Participants will become familiar with health protocols for newly arrived calves and yearlings; working with a veterinarian to design treatment protocols for sick cattle; getting the most out of implant programs; and feedlot health.
“Wednesday afternoon will be spent touring feedlots at McQueen Feedyards in Tessier, southwest of Saskatoon, where emphasis will be on office management, health, feeding programs and facility layout. Participants will then be taken to Downie Farms at Perdue to gain insight on working with custom clients and getting tips to ensure costs are covered, getting paid for services and learning how to incorporate by-products into your feeding programs.”
On Thursday, the last day, the school will focus on feedlot nutrition with topics like: Cattle Nutrition 101; Designing Low-Cost Rations That Meet Performance and Quality Expectations; Practical Tips for Feed Delivery; and Bunk Management.
“The day will end with a feedlot nutrition workshop that will address grain processing, including rumen digestion and acidosis. Feed delivery and bunk management will be covered; and so will silage and forage quality.”
The number of registrations for the Western Canada Feedlot Management School is limited to 40. Participants are advised to register as early as possible.
For more information, contact:
John McKinnon
Beef Chair University of Saskatchewan
(306) 966-4137
Jamie Blacklock
General Manager
Saskatchewan Cattle Feeders Association
(306) 382-2333
You know you are providing a useful service when your product sells out year after year.
It seems the 9th edition of the Western Canadian Feedlot Management School, which will be held from August 9 to 11 in Saskatoon, will be no different, according to University of Saskatchewan Beef Chair John McKinnon.
“So far, all our schools have sold out. As in the past, the school takes place at the U of S in partnership with the Saskatchewan Cattle Feeders Association and Saskatchewan Agriculture and Food. This is a three-day program that provides exposure to expertise and hands-on experience in feedlot management. We cover all aspects of the business, nutrition, health and facilities issues.”
The school is intended for people who are looking at getting into the cattle feeding business—all the way from backgrounding to finishing—as well as for people already involved in the feedlot industry.
“If you are considering expansion or just getting started, this school will help you stay on track,” says McKinnon. “The cattle feeding industry requires knowledgeable feedlot operators who can adapt to changes in production and marketing practices,” he adds.
The Business and Marketing session presentations will focus on the basics of developing a sound marketing plan in operations, including factors influencing costs of gain, steps to minimize risks in owning and feeding cattle, the custom option, and how to use this information to market and profit from your program.
“Participants will have the opportunity to utilize marketing tools to determine costs of production and projected profits, as part of the session.”
Topics will include: practical cattle marketing; record keeping for feedlot information management; evaluating feeding alternatives to maximize profits; economic and performance indicators that point to a successful feeding operation; and producing wholesome beef with good production practices.
The next day’s theme is: Processing, Receiving and Identification of Sick Cattle. Participants will become familiar with health protocols for newly arrived calves and yearlings; working with a veterinarian to design treatment protocols for sick cattle; getting the most out of implant programs; and feedlot health.
“Wednesday afternoon will be spent touring feedlots at McQueen Feedyards in Tessier, southwest of Saskatoon, where emphasis will be on office management, health, feeding programs and facility layout. Participants will then be taken to Downie Farms at Perdue to gain insight on working with custom clients and getting tips to ensure costs are covered, getting paid for services and learning how to incorporate by-products into your feeding programs.”
On Thursday, the last day, the school will focus on feedlot nutrition with topics like: Cattle Nutrition 101; Designing Low-Cost Rations That Meet Performance and Quality Expectations; Practical Tips for Feed Delivery; and Bunk Management.
“The day will end with a feedlot nutrition workshop that will address grain processing, including rumen digestion and acidosis. Feed delivery and bunk management will be covered; and so will silage and forage quality.”
The number of registrations for the Western Canada Feedlot Management School is limited to 40. Participants are advised to register as early as possible.
For more information, contact:
John McKinnon
Beef Chair University of Saskatchewan
(306) 966-4137
Jamie Blacklock
General Manager
Saskatchewan Cattle Feeders Association
(306) 382-2333
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