Data Literacy for Cow-Calf Producers

Thank you for your interest in participating in the data literacy program for cow-calf producers. By completing this registration form, you are confirming attendance for the in-person session on November 28, 2024.

This program is offered entirely free, sponsored by the Government of Alberta, as part of the Alberta Digitalization Agriculture program. Hotel accommodations and dinner (the night before each workshop) are also provided at no cost. Bring a partner, employee, or family member to support the adoption of new practices for data management in your operation. Individuals that are a part of the same organization are encouraged to share a double room (two beds).

Date: Thursday, November 28, 2024
Time: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (MST)
Location: Hampton Inn & Suites Red Deer
Address: 128 Leva Ave, Red Deer, AB. T4E 1B9
Format: In-person

The Simpson Centre for Food and Agricultural Policy at the University of Calgary’s School of Public Policy is coordinating the program’s design and delivery. The data literacy program is brought to you in partnership with Olds College, Lakeland College, EMILI, Agri-Food Management Excellence, RDAR, and the Canadian Cattle Identification Agency.

Our upcoming workshop promotes the digitalization of records by showcasing benchmarking data and explaining how data can drive better decision-making. We will cover cost-efficient calves marketing, feeding strategies, and health management practices.

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Please register for the workshop by Monday, November 11, 2024.

We look forward to meeting you in Red Deer.

Program Speakers:
•    Dan Lussier – Director, Canadian Agri-Food Data Initiative, EMILI
•    Susan Markus – Livestock Research Scientist at RDAR, and Research Scientist in Livestock & Agricultural Technology at Lakeland College
•    Sean Thompson – Director, Technology Access Centre for Livestock Production, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology
•    Larry Martin – Principal, Agri-Food Management Excellence Inc.
•    Dr. Claire Windeyer – Associate Professor, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Calgary
•    Brian Perillat - Agribusiness Specialist, More than Just Feed Inc.
•    Abby-Ann Redman - Ruminant Nutritionist, Blue Rock Animal Nutrition
•    Dr. Colin Nicholas - Owner, Nomad Veterinary Services

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If you have any questions about the data literacy program, please email: [email protected].

Registration for this workshop is now full.

If you'd like to be put on a waitlist, please email [email protected] and we will notify you should a spot become available.

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