Sheep Genetics USA: Improving Genetic Tools to Enhance Profitability




Event Details

Date

May 11, 2021

Time

8pm EST

Location

Online Webinar

Host

American Sheep Industry Association

Dr. Jay Parsons



One of the production inputs we have control over are the genetics we choose for our flocks. Sheep Genetics USA is a proactive and collaborative initiative focused on improving genetic tools to enhance profitability. It is designed with action committees representing all industry stakeholders thereby unifying the industry in an effort to maximize demand for American Lamb.  

This webinar is made possible with funding support from the American Sheep Industry Association.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.


Register for this event here: 

https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1855429584679709452


Presenter: Tom Boyer Panelists: Ben Lehfeldt, Brad Boner, and Rusty Burgett. 

 Host: Dr. Jay Parsons, Department of Agricultural Economics, University of Nebraska-Lincoln 





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