Beef Cattle Reproduction Symposium

Scheduled for Aug. 5-6 in Nashville

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (May 20, 2010) — Given the magnitude of increased expenses, producers are intently focused on the bottom line while seeking both economic and production efficiencies. In response, the University of Tennessee and the Beef Reproduction Task Force are sponsoring the 2010 Applied Reproductive Strategies in Beef Cattle symposium Aug. 5-6 in Nashville, Tenn.

This symposium will inform producers of cutting-edge reproductive strategies. Speakers will provide the knowledge needed to improve herd productivity and decrease input costs by shortening the calving and breeding season. The symposium will also help producers understand how to improve overall reproductive management through enhancement of both male and female reproduction, as well as innovations in protocols such as estrous synchronization.

The presenters represent leading educational and research institutions and will share their knowledge on the latest topics of cattle reproduction.

Registration. General registration prior to July 22 is $150. Student registration prior to July 22 is $75. All registrations will be $200 after the early registration deadline. Fees cover Registration brochure breakfast and lunch Aug. 5-6; refreshments during breaks; a CD copy of the proceedings (hard copy proceedings will be available for $25); and access to all presentations, the trade show and sponsors.

To register, use the button above to download the registration brocure or click here to register online by credit card. Cancellations or changes resulting in a refund must be received by July 22 and are subject to a $30 administrative fee. After July 22 registration fees are nonrefundable. Refunds will be processed after the event. Substitutions are permitted. Returned check fee is $17

Hotel. The Nashville Airport Marriott, 600 Marriot Drive, will serve as symposium headquarters. Call 615-889-9300 to make your own reservation.

Trade Show. A trade show of industry participants and sponsors will be in place throughout the conference. To register a booth, contact Justin Rhinehart, University of Tennessee, at 615-835-4561.

More information about the symposium, contact Cliff Lamb, University of Florida, at 850-394-9124, or any of the contacts listed on the Contacts page of this site.

The symposium is sponsored by the University of Tennessee and the Beef Reproduction Task Force, which is comprised of Extension animal scientists from Kansas State University, University of Nebraska, South Dakota State University, Iowa State University, University Of Idaho, University of Illinois, University of Florida and University of Missouri with support from several other industry sponsors.

Meeting coverage. On behalf of the Beef Reproduction Task Force, Angus Productions Inc. (API) provides online coverage of the event. Please visit the newsroom to access summaries, proceedings, PowerPoints and audio for each of the presentations.

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The pattern for the Applied Reproductive Strategies in Beef Cattle program was developed under the direction of the Beef Cattle Reproduction Task Force. The first workshop was conducted in Manhattan, Kan., in 2002. Nine workshops have been hosted at locations across the country.

The purpose of the program is twofold — (1) to improve the understanding of the physiological processes of the estrous cycle, the procedures available to synchronize estrus and ovulation, and the proper application of these systems and (2) to improve the understanding of methods to assess male fertility and how it affects the success of artificial insemination programs.

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