Beginner Cattleman

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Designed for beef cattle producers with 10 years of experience or less and for people interested in starting a beef cattle operation. This is a hybrid course with video materials and in-person workshops.

Program Features:

  • In-person workshops at the locations listed below.
  • Pre-recorded webinars and videos for instruction between workshops.
Workshop Details Date and Location
Introduction, Cattle Handling, Facilities, and Equipment TBD - 2027
Forages, Pasture Management, and Hay Production TBD - 2027
Nutrition and Reproduction TBD - 2027
Cow-Calf and Seedstock Operations TBD - 2027
Financial Management & Marketing TBD - 2027


The next Beginner Cattleman will be held at the Dean Lee Research and Extension Center in 2027.

Cost to register is $250.

For more information or to be placed on the interest list, please contact Ashley Edwards at akedwards@agcenter.lsu.edu or 512-818-5476.

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