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Introduction
Cattle prices have been at record prices in 2003-2004, and the cost of investment in beef cows and stocker cattle has never been higher. However, the cyclical nature of cattle markets tells us that prices are expected to be lower in the future. In addition, trade disputes with Canada and Japan and increasing demand for corn to produce ethanol make cattle prices more volatile than normal. The cyclical nature of the cattle market, high prices, high investment costs, and other numerous factors that cause volatility create risks in the cattle market. Producers must be prepared for these risks by understanding the risk management solutions available.

The Iowa Beef Center has been awarded a grant from USDA-RMA (Risk Management Agency) to educate Iowa's cow-calf producers in finance, marketing and cattle health. In order to meet the education needs of the producers in our region, we have developed a comprehensive risk management education program that integrates production, financial, and marketing principles into a sustainable resource management training for forage-based beef producers. The supplementary education will enable forage based beef producers to more effectively manage production, financial, and marketing risks using existing tools to develop appropriate management solutions for their operations.

The Iowa Beef Center began operation in 1996 to support the growth and vitality of the beef cattle industry of the state. A part of Iowa State University Extension, the Iowa Beef Center is the central access point for Iowa State University programs and research related to the beef industry. For more information, visit the website at www.iowabeefcenter.org or call 515.294.BEEF.

Read October 13 Press Release - Iowa Beef Center Grant Will Focus on Risk Management

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Audience
The following professionals and specialists should participate:

• Cow-calf Producers throughout the state of Iowa
• Financiers and Investors
• Cattle Industry Professionals and Associates

Registration

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Grant Information
The Cow-Calf Risk Strategies series is made possible by a grant from USDA-RMA (Risk Management Agency).

Read an October 7 press release from USDA-RMA

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