Livestock and forage event set for Feb. 19

A herd of cattle are eating grass on the grassland. (Adobe Stock │ #316982109 - zhengzaishanchu)

University of Missouri Extension will host the 2026 Taney County Livestock and Forage Conference from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 19, at Forsyth High School, 178 Panther Road, Forsyth.

The free conference is designed to provide livestock producers with timely, practical information on herd management, forage systems and market conditions as they plan for the year ahead, said Jake Hefley, MU Extension agricultural business specialist.

The program will include discussions on black vultures, pasture renovation, cattle market outlook, and selecting and developing the right replacement heifers. Registration is free and a meal will be provided. Registration is at https://pears.io/events/mu/2336. For more information, contact Hefley at 417-546-4431 or [email protected].

PHOTO: A herd of cattle are eating grass on the grassland. (Adobe Stock │ #316982109 – zhengzaishanchu)