Aug 20

Navigating a Cut Sheet From Your Locker Cattle HQ Live

Thursday, August 20

Join SDSU Extension's beef team to gain valuable insights to improve the health, productivity and profitability of your herd. Learn about timely topics during this free webinar series on the third Thursday of each month at 2:00 p.m. CDT.

Location
Online via Zoom

Contact
Julie Walker, Professor and SDSU Extension Beef Specialist, or Erin DeHaan, Assistant Professor and SDSU Extension Beef Specialist

Are you overwhelmed at the request for cutting instructions when you take an animal to the butcher? This month on Cattle HQ Live, Christina Bakker, Assistant Professor and SDSU Extension Meat Science Specialist, will discuss how to navigate the language of the cut sheet to make sure you get what you want. Dr. Bakker will also discuss factors that impact how much meat you will get back to help you set your expectations and prepare your freezer.

There is no fee to attend, but participants will need to register to receive the Zoom link and reminders. Register once to be signed up for all sessions. All presentations are recorded and can be watched on the Cattle HQ page. 

Register on Zoom

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