LINCOLN, Neb. — As drought conditions continue to affect much of Nebraska, beef producers are being forced to make difficult herd and forage management decisions. To support producers navigating these challenges, Nebraska Extension will host a free webinar on Thursday, June 5, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Mountain Time / 7:30 to 9 p.m. Central Time.
The webinar, “Drought Management Tools, Expected Grass Production and Early Weaning,” will feature University of Nebraska–Lincoln specialists covering key management practices and decision-making strategies to help mitigate the effects of drought.
Scheduled topics and speakers include:
- Early weaning calves – Karla Wilke, cow-calf management specialist
- New drought planning tools – Tonya Haigh, National Drought Mitigation Center
- Range and pasture outlook – Mitch Stephenson, range and forage specialist
- Summer annual forage options – Jerry Volesky, range and forage specialist
“This webinar is designed to provide actionable information to help producers make sound, timely decisions during drought,” said Aaron Berger, Nebraska Extension beef educator.
“Whether you’re looking at forage alternatives or considering early weaning, this session will provide practical guidance.”
Producers may attend virtually or join one of several in-person host site locations across Nebraska:
- Rushville – Brock Ortner, Sheridan County Extension Office, 800 S. Loofborrow St.; 308-327-2312
- Scottsbluff – Mitch Stephenson, PREC Bluestem Room, 4502 Ave. I; 308-632-1355
- Kimball – Aaron Berger, Kimball Extension Office, 209 E. Third St.; 308-235-3122
- O’Neill – Bethany Johnston, Holt County Annex, 128 N. Sixth St.; 402-336-2760
- Fullerton – Josie Crouch, Nance County Extension, 304 Third St.; 308-536-2691
- Lexington – Talon Mues and Brent Plugge Dawson County Office, 1002 Plum Creek Pkwy; 308-324-5501
There is no cost to attend, but producers are encouraged to register ahead of time to help with planning.
To attend remotely via Zoom, contact Aaron Berger at aberger2@unl.edu to register and receive login details.
A recording of the webinar will be made available following the event for those unable to attend live.
For more information, contact Berger at 308-235-3122.
