The University of Missouri Extension in Callaway County and Lincoln University's Busby Farm will host a beef artificial insemination school next month.
The school is scheduled 12:30-8 p.m. Oct. 9 and 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 10. It will be at the Lincoln University's Alan T. Busby Farm, 5124 Goller Road in Jefferson City.
Online registration is available at bit.ly/32iCIwK. For information about mail-in registration, visit facebook.com/MUExtCallawayCo. Register by Oct. 2.
The school is intended to introduce participants to the method of artificial insemination through presentations and hands on experiences, according to a news release. Topics to be covered include basic reproductive anatomy, the estrous cycle, semen and equipment handling, insemination techniques and synchronization protocols. Hands-on demonstrations include palpation, identification of reproductive tract, and insemination techniques.
Class space is limited, but at least six participants must register for the class to occur. Included in the $300 registration fee are materials, dinner Friday and lunch Saturday.
For more information, contact Anita Ellis at the Callaway County Extension Office at 573-642-0755 or [email protected].