Article contribute by Katie Drewitz, University of Minnesota Extension

The University of Minnesota Extension is excited to host a three-part winter webinar series titled: “Economic Risk as a Cattle Owner: LRP, Business Entities, and Bulletproof Feeders.” Zoom meetings will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 17, 31, and Feb. 14, from 8-9 p.m. CST. This webinar series will help answer cattle owner’s questions on Livestock Risk Protection, risk protection for business entities with a focus on beef cattle, and how to consistently capture the most money for your feeder calves.

Farmers, 4-H members, ag business professionals who work with farmers and those interested in beef cows are invited to attend. Register today at the links below. “We hope the webinar series gives producers more tools to help protect their operations. Sometimes risk mitigation strategies can be complicated, and we hope this helps everyone understand the options and opportunities available.” says Joe Armstrong DVM, University of Minnesota Extension Educator for Cattle Production https://z.umn.edu/2024YouthAGDaySystems.

Wednesday, Jan. 17: Market outlook and navigating Livestock Risk Protection (LRP)

Topics to be discussed: Charley Fetzer with Commodity and Ingredient Hedging LLC will join us to help you better understand LRP and how to make it work for your operation. Register at https://z.umn.edu/BeefJan17.

Wednesday, Jan. 31: Establishing Business Entities for Risk Protection

Topics to be discussed: Clint Fischer of Braintrust Ag will guide us through the role of business entities in risk protection. While this session will have a cattle focus, all types of farm business will benefit from this discussion. Register at https://z.umn.edu/BeefJan31

Wednesday, Feb. 14: Building a Reputation for Bulletproof Feeders

Topics to be discussed: UMN Extension’s Dr. Joe Armstrong will present on how to provide the best opportunity for your feeders to bring the most, and consistent prices from buyers. Register at https://z.umn.edu/BeefFeb14.

Pre-registration is required. Please register by visiting the links above for each specific webinar. You will receive a Zoom link following registration. You will need to register for each webinar you plan to attend. If you are unable to attend the live sessions, you will receive the recording for that sessions via email. Any questions please contact Joe Armstrong DVM – armst225@umn.edu, 612-624-3610.