Meeting to address stocker cattle management, risk protection

STOCKTON, Mo. – “Effective cattle management and safeguarding profitability amid market fluctuations are essential for the sustainability of stocker cattle operations,” says Patrick Davis, University of Missouri Extension livestock field specialist. In response, MU Extension, in collaboration with the Vernon County Cattlemen’s Association and FCS Financial, will host a Stocker Cattle Risk Management Workshop 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 16, at Vernon County Fairgrounds’ Centennial Hall, 1641 E. Ashland St., Nevada.

“The workshop will center around stocker cattle management and risk protection,” says Davis, who will cover management strategies. Jay Sloniker from FCS Financial will address ways to protect against risks with stocker cattle.

“The workshop is free and includes a meal, thanks to FCS Financial,” says Davis. To attend, register online or call the MU Extension Center in Vernon County at 417-448-2560 by April 9. For questions, contact Davis at 417-276-3313 or davismp@missouri.edu.