Cattlemen's Education Day
2/19/2026 - 2/19/2026
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM CST


Location: Cow/Calf Unit, South Dakota State University





Event Description
Learn how yield is calculated, what impacts maturity, and how grades are determined in the plant. Plus, get up to speed on the latest cattle implant rules and explore the benefits of soybeans as a high-quality feed.

Tentative Agenda: 

8:00 AM - Registration

9:00 AM - Meat Lab Tour

10:15 AM - Soybeans & Feeder Cattle

Noon - Lunch

1:00 PM - Implants: Rules & Updates

2:00 PM - Carcass Quality & Grade

3:00 PM - Open Discussion