Thursdays, January 7 – February 4, 2016
6:30 pm – 8:30pm

You can attend all 5 classes at a discounted rate or any combination of the classes for $20 each.

Cost: $85 for all 5 sessions. Refreshments, flash drive, and sorting stick included

$20 a session. Refreshments and flash drive included.

Sorting sticks can be purchased for $10.

RSVP two days prior to each class to Amy Mallette at (864) 489-3141 ext. 114.

Below are the different classes:

Jan. 7th   Course Introduction - Chris LeMaster, Clemson Ext
Summary of CUCES and LPH services and opportunities
Edisto and Clemson Bull Test

Selection and Evaluation - Dr. Matt Burns and Amber Starnes, Clemson Ext
Genetics
Bull selection and evaluation
Reading a sale catalog
Industry trends

Jan. 14th Economics - Brian Beer, Clemson Ext
Economic impact of one animal
Cost of ownership
How much can I pay for a bull?

Artificial Insemination - Steve Gordon, ABS
Basic intro (Cow anatomy, estrous cycle, etc.) - Chris LeMaster
Clemson AI dummy
Protocols
Benefits and costs

Jan. 21st Bull Reproduction - Dr. Scott Pratt, Clemson Animal and Veterinary Science
Basic anatomy - Chris LeMaster
Spermatogenesis
Breeding Soundness Exam benefits and procedure
BSEx Research Trailer demonstration

Jan. 28th Nutrition - Dr. Nathan Long, Clemson Animal and Veterinary Science
Basic Intro - Chris LeMaster
Feed and forage benefits and options
By-Product evaluation
Toxicity (Fescue, cottonseed, etc.)

Feb. 4th Health - Dr. Patty Scharko, Clemson Livestock and Poultry Health
BVD ear notch testing
Vaccination
Trich and STDs
Health papers/ transportation