Dec 09, 2025

UNL Livestock Systems Hosts Educational Event in Alliance

Posted Dec 09, 2025 10:47 PM

By Nebraska Extension

Livestock producers need to consider management of cattle in confinement before turning them out to grass. Photo by Chabella Guzman
Livestock producers need to consider management of cattle in confinement before turning them out to grass. Photo by Chabella Guzman

Producers and community members are invited to attend the “Beef Systems Research and Management Forum” on Tuesday, Jan. 6, at 5 p.m. at the Knight Museum in Alliance. The event is held in partnership with UNL Extension and the Cattle Capital Cattlemen’s Affiliate.

The educational beef cattle program will feature presentations from UNL Extension Specialists.

-Dr. Karla Wilke will discuss management considerations for confinement feeding cows prior to turnout on grass, including nutrition and system design.

-Dr. Mitch Stephenson will share findings from his ongoing research on virtual fencing technology and its potential applications in rangeland management.

A meal will be provided. Registration is required by Dec. 30, and the cost to attend is $10, payable at the door.

To register, contact the Box Butte Extension Office at 308-762-5616

For more information, contact Brock Ortner at 308-327-2312 or [email protected]