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Northwest Iowa field day to explore new beef production technology

Jun 5, 2026
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Beef field day PIC 0529isu — Field day attendees discuss virtual fencing collar systems.
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Iowa Beef Center at Iowa State University and South Dakota State University Beef Extension are partnering to showcase, demonstrate and discuss a wide variety of new tools and techniques in beef production at a northwest Iowa field day.

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The Iowa Beef Center at Iowa State University was established in 1996 with the goal of supporting the growth and vitality of the state’s beef cattle industry. It comprises faculty and staff from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and College of Veterinary Medicine, and works to develop and deliver the latest research-based information regarding the beef cattle industry. For more information about IBC, visit www.iowabeefcenter.org.