Exciting Times Ahead for Greeneville: Annual Beef Expo Set for October 17

Exciting Times Ahead for Greeneville: Annual Beef Expo Set for October 17!

Greeneville is buzzing with excitement as the annual Northeast Tennessee Beef Expo, presented by the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture, is right around the corner. Mark your calendars for October 17, 2024, as this is an event you won’t want to miss! But wait, there’s a minor update regarding the venue due to ongoing flood relief efforts in the area.

New Venue, Same Great Experience

For those who might be wondering, the expo has moved to the Clyde Austin 4-H Center, located at 214 4-H Lane in Greeneville. Don’t worry! This new location is just a short distance away from the original venue, the Northeast Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center.

What to Expect

This year’s Expo promises to be enriching and informative for all beef producers. With the expertise of professionals from the UT Extension, UT AgResearch, and other industry partners, producers will gain insight into the latest research and practices in beef production. Featured speakers include the nationally recognized Paige Pratt and her husband, Jason, from Pratt Cattle Company. They will share valuable lessons from their experiences as successful business owners and Angus cattle producers.

Topics of Discussion

Attendees can look forward to a variety of informative presentations covering essential topics such as:

• Fire Ants in Pastures
• Controlling Callery Pear, Locusts, and Brambles
• Hayfield Management: Johnsongrass Control and Forage Quality
• Maintaining a 12-month Calving Interval from Cow and Bull Perspectives
• Feeder Calf Health Problems
• Pinkeye Management and Autogenous Vaccines
• Genetic and Phenotypic Selection for Beef Production

Registration Details

To join in on the fun and knowledge-sharing, pre-registration is required. Make sure to register by October 14, either online at tiny.utk.edu/NETBE or at your local county Extension Office. The check-in for the event will kick off at 7:30 a.m. EDT, with programs beginning at 8:30 a.m. and concluding around 4 p.m..

For everyone eager to attend, the registration fee is $25 per person, which conveniently includes lunch. And guess what? Students from 4-H and FFA get a special discount!

Master Beef Producer Certification

But that’s not all! The Master Beef Producer Certification program is taking place on October 18 at the same venue. It’s a perfect opportunity for those looking to enhance their beef production skills.

For More Information

If you have any questions or need more details, feel free to reach out to Sarah Orr at 423-623-7531 or shoot an email to sorr6@tennessee.edu. You can also connect with your county UT Extension Office.

All in all, the Northeast Tennessee Beef Expo is shaping up to be a fantastic event for beef producers and anyone interested in beef agriculture. If you’re passionate about beef production, or if you are just starting on this exciting journey, this expo will provide the knowledge and connections you need to thrive. See you there!