This tour will cover the definition of alternative forages and how to feed to those cattle, at the Livestock Evaluation Center facilities.
Animal Research Tour at the Livestock Evaluation Center
Finishing Beef Cattle with Alternative Forages
This tour will cover the definition of alternative forages and how to feed those to cattle. The tour will include a visual observation of a load of crossbred beef cattle being finished of alternative forages 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.
Bus Departs:
Tuesday at 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. and noon
Thursday at 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
