Nebraska Extension Webinar to Address Low Pregnancy Rates in Young Cows

LINCOLN, Neb — Low pregnancy rates in young cows can significantly impact a cow-calf producer’s bottom line, increasing herd replacement costs and reducing long-term profitability. To address this critical issue, Nebraska Extension is hosting a webinar designed to provide producers with research-based insights and practical strategies for improving reproductive success.

Webinar Details

The webinar, “Considerations of Causes of Low Pregnancy Rates in Young Cows,” will be held on Tuesday, March 10, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Mountain time (7:30 p.m. Central). The session will delve into both biological and management factors that influence reproductive performance in young cows.

Expert Presentations

The webinar will feature presentations from leading experts in the field, including:

• Heifer Development: Dr. Rick Funston and Dr. Kacie McCarthy
• Genetic Selection: Dr. Matt Spangler
• Nutrition for the Cow: Dr. Karla Wilke
• Infectious Diseases and Infertility: Dr. Brian Vander Ley and Dr. Matt Hille

The program will begin with 40 minutes of presentations from each speaker, followed by a live question-and-answer session. Participants will have the opportunity to interact directly with Nebraska Extension specialists, veterinarians, and educators.

Who Should Attend?

This webinar is open to all cow-calf producers, veterinarians, and agricultural consultants interested in improving reproductive efficiency in their herds.

Registration Information

Attendance is free, but advance registration is required. To register, email Aaron Berger at aberger2@unl.edu by Friday, March 6. A recording of the webinar will be made available to all registered participants following the event.

In-Person Viewing Locations

For those who prefer an in-person experience, Nebraska Extension is offering viewing and discussion locations at the following sites. RSVPs are requested by March 6:

• Buffalo County Office Building: 1400 E. 34th St., Kearney; contact Brent Plugge at 308-236-1235.
• Holt County Courthouse Annex: 128 N. 6th St., O’Neill; contact Bethany Johnston at 402-336-2760.
• Nance County Office: 304 3rd St., Fullerton; contact Josie Crouch at 308-536-2691.
• Sheridan County Office: 800 South Loofborrow St., Rushville; contact Brock Ortner at 308-327-2312.
• Lincoln County Office: 402 W. State Farm Road, Snyder Building, North Platte; contact Randy Saner at 308-532-2683.
• Central Sandhills Area Office: Thomas County Courthouse, Thedford; contact TL Meyer at 308-645-2267.

Nebraska Extension’s commitment to supporting the state’s agricultural producers is evident through initiatives like this webinar, which aims to provide practical, research-backed solutions to common challenges faced by the industry. Nebraska Extension connects Nebraskans with the resources, research, and innovation of the University of Nebraska.