MSU Extension to host winter cow-calf meeting in Frankenmuth Feb. 24

This event will take place at the Saginaw Valley Research & Extension Center and will cover topics like the beef market outlook, the Livestock Risk Protection program, and more. 

The Michigan State University Extension Beef Team will be conducting a cow-calf meeting in Frankenmuth at the Saginaw Valley Research & Extension Center on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 6 p.m. EST.

MSU Extension’s winter cow-calf meetings provide a forum for producers to stay informed on management, markets, and emerging issues that can impact profitability and long-term operational success.

Merck Animal Health will be sponsoring the meetings, providing pizza and soft drinks. Topics will include the beef market outlook, protecting cattle prices with the Livestock Risk Protection program, the Effects of Maternal Bovine Appeasing Substance, and genetic selection for carcass characteristics.

Reservations are required; please contact the Gladwin County MSU Extension Office at 989-426-7741 or email them at msue.gladwin@msu.edu to reserve a spot.