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Dr. Jamie Courter is your Mizzou Beef Genetics Extension Specialist

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By Jared E. Decker Many of you have probably noticed that things have been a lot less active on the A Steak in Genomics™   blog, but you probably haven't known why. In January 2021, I was named the Wurdack Chair in Animal Genomics at Mizzou, and I now focus on research, with a little bit of teaching. I no longer have an extension appointment. But, with exciting news, the blog is about to become a lot more active! Jamie Courter began as the new MU Extension state beef genetics specialist in the Division of Animal Sciences on September 1, 2023. I have known Jamie for several years, meeting her at BIF when she was a Masters student. I have been impressed by Jamie in my interactions with her since that time.  Dr. Courter and I have been working closely together the last 6 weeks, and I am excited to work together to serve the beef industry for years to come! Jamie holds a bachelor’s degree in animal science from North Carolina State University and earned a master's degree in animal...

eBEEF Bull Selection Survey Open

 


For those of you who have followed this blog for some time, you are probably familiar with eBEEF. For those who are not, it is a collection of beef cattle genetics extension specialists from across the United States whose mission is to foster a research and outreach community and engage beef cattle producers through training and publications. To do that, we are asking for your help!

Below is a link to a survey targeted at beef producers that make the selection decisions on buying bulls and/or semen on their operation. By providing this information, you will help our group better understand the motivations and breeding objectives of today's cattle producers. In exchange for your answers (and email address), you will be entered to win one of five $100 gift cards sponsored by the Beef Improvement Federation (BIF).

Answer Survey HERE

By entering your email address, you will also be invited to a special webinar for all participants to discuss the survey results and bull selection strategies.

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