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VTBeef - Home of the Beef Extension Program at Virginia Tech

Enhancing the profitability and sustainability of beef cattle production systems through enhanced production efficiency and value-added ventures.

Black Angus Sketch

Illustration of an a Black Angus cow from the side.

April 25, 2024
WEBINAR: Bovine Influenza A - Also Referred to as HPAI in Cattle
6:00 PM

Contact ldellis42@vt.edu for the link

Details are still being explored on the effects of this emerging disease. This webinar will address what we currently know about Bovine Influenza A.

The current topics will include:

History of the Emerging Disease
Clinical Signs, Herd Epidemiology, and Current Locations Affected
History of HPAI in the Virginia Poultry Industry
Current Testing and Regulatory Recommendations
Level of Concern for VA Producers
Action Steps for VA Producers
Good Resources for Updated Information for Producers
Risk Management Considerations for Dairy and Beef

Flyer screenshot. Virginia Beef Cattle University July 14-16. Variety of topics: herd health, marketing, nutrition and forages, business management, reproduction, meat science. Contact Lisa McCormick: ldellis42@vt.edu or 540-231-2792.

July 14-16, 2024
Virginia Beef Cattle University

The Inn at Virginia Tech

The Virginia Beef Cattle University is a 2.5-day event full of educational and networking opportunities for you! Information on registration and educational scheduling coming soon!

Registration includes all educational activities, educational proceedings, meals, entertainment, tradeshow vendors, and tours!

Adult Registration: $175
College Registration: $100
Youth Registration (8-18 years old): $75
Child Registration (Potty Trained- 8 years old): $25

If you have any questions, please reach out to Lisa McCormick at ldellis42@vt.edu or 540-231-2792.

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If you are a person with a disability and require any auxiliary aids, services or other accommodations for any Extension event, please discuss your accommodation needs with the Extension staff at your local Extension office at least 1 week prior to the event.

Former Program Materials - Resources

VCE Beef Publications

Livestock Emergency Preparedness

VT Beef Cattle Center

Learn more about our Beef Programs & Events

Virginia Tech's Beef Cattle Extension events and programs help serve the beef cattle industry address the segments of the beef industry. The primary focus of these programs is to enhance the profitability and sustainability of beef cattle production systems through enhanced production efficiency and value-added ventures.

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Virginia Beef Quality Assurance Program , redirect
As part of the Mid-Atlantic BQA program, Virginia BQA educates and certifies producers in best management practices that improve the safety and quality of beef.
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Virginia Premium Assured Heifer Program (VPAHP)
As part of the Mid-Atlantic BQA program, Virginia BQA educates and certifies producers in best management practices that improve the safety and quality of beef
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Virginia Beef Cattle Improvement Association , redirect
Since 1955, Virginia BCIA in partnership with Extension has worked to enhance the genetics of Virginia beef cattle herds. BCIA sponsors the state’s central bull development program and serves as an educational conduit to the beef cattle industry.
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Virginia Master Cattleman Program
This is a seven-session course that provides essential information for beef producers in the areas of economics, nutrition, forages, reproduction, genetics, herd health, and marketing. The program is offered on an area basis by local Virginia Cooperative Extension agents and is taught by local agents and Virginia Tech specialists.
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Virginia Quality Assured Feeder Cattle Program , redirect
Extension partners with the Virginia Cattlemen’s Association and local cattlemen’s associations for the VQA program which encourages the use of scientifically-based cattle health and management procedures for feeder cattle. Producers that manage their cattle utilizing the VQA guidelines are eligible to market their calves through the VQA certified feeder cattle program.
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Tri-State Beef Conference
The Tri-State Beef Conference is an educational program for cow/calf producers and stocker operators to learn about managing production and price risk. The annual conference is presented by University of Tennessee Extension, Virginia Cooperation Extension, and North Carolina Cooperative Extension.