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