This tour will cover the definition of Beef x Dairy calves and discuss the current marketplace for those cattle. Also included is a window tour in the Livestock Evaluation Center of the newly remodeled swine facilities and overview of modern aspects of swine production.
Beef x Dairy Cattle Tour
This tour will cover the definition of beef X dairy calves and the current marketplace for those cattle. The tour will include a visual observation of a load of crossbred beef X dairy steers and heifers being finished at the PA Department of Agriculture’s Livestock Evaluation Center. There will also be an opportunity to talk with Penn State Extension experts/faculty and PA Department of Agriculture representatives to learn more about the breed.
Berk Association Swine Tour
This tour will lead participants through a window tour of the remodeled swine facilities, overview modern aspects of swine production operation and discuss the goals of the American Berkshire Association Progeny Test.
Bus leaves Tuesday at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. and noon, and Thursday-10:00 a.m.
*Walking/standing involved, restrooms are available.
2025 Event Information
Dates
August 12, Tuesday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
August 13, Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
August 14, Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location
Russell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center
2710 W. Pine Grove Road
Pennsylvania Furnace, PA 16865
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2025 Event Information
Dates
August 12, Tuesday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
August 13, Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
August 14, Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location
Russell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center
2710 W. Pine Grove Road
Pennsylvania Furnace, PA 16865
Social Media
