SOUTHEAST WYOMING

BEEF SYMPOSIUM & TRADE SHOW

November 19th | 9am - 4pm

If you're a rancher, producer, or industry professional This event is designed for you!

SOUTHEAST WYOMING

BEEF SYMPOSIUM & TRADE SHOW

November 19th | 9am - 4pm

If you're a rancher, producer, or industry professional This event is designed for you!

About the event

The South-East Wyoming Beef Symposium & Trade Show is a premier event dedicated to the cattle industry, bringing together ranchers, producers, and industry professionals from across the region. This biannual symposium offers a vital platform for knowledge exchange, professional development, and community building within the beef industry.

What you can expect:

Challenges & Innovations:

Dive into the current challenges facing the beef industry and explore innovative solutions that are shaping the future of cattle production.

Practical Workshops:

Participate in hands-on workshops designed to enhance beef production and management practices. Learn from industry experts and gain practical insights that can be applied directly to your operations

Direct-to-Consumer Panel Discussion:

Engage in a panel discussion focused on the growing direct-to-consumer trend in the beef industry, offering strategies and insights for reaching consumers effectively.

This Year's Featured Speaker

Atmospheric Scientist, Makens Weather

Reliable Weather Insights with
Matt Makens

Matt Makens, a seasoned meteorologist, has been delivering precise weather forecasts and climate insights since the 1990s. Founded in 2016, Makens Weather LCC., specializes in long-term seasonal forecasts and short-term weather hazards, with a particular focus on the agricultural industry. Serving clients globally, including CattleFax and NCBA, Makens Weather provides actionable, clearly communicated weather information to help you make informed decisions. Whether you’re in Australia, Canada, or the U.S., trust Makens Weather for accurate, industry-specific forecasts.

This Year's Agenda

Speakers and topics

Coffee & Tradeshow

9:00 am - 10:00 am

What to expect:

This is a great opportunity to meet and engage with our event vendors, network with industry colleagues, and enjoy fresh, warm coffee and a light breakfast.

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Jessica Sperber

10:00 am - 11:00 am

Opening keynote
speaker

Topic: Growth Enhancing Technologies

Jessica Sperber has been named Extension Assistant Professor and Feedlot Specialist at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. With a Ph.D. in Animal Science and a specialization in Ruminant Nutrition, she brings extensive experience in feedlot nutrition and industry outreach. Originally from Alberta, Canada, Sperber's role focuses on education, problem-solving for feedlot operations, an coordinating the Nebraska beef feedlot extension team.

Meet Jessica

Breakout session #1

11:00 am- 11:50 am

Backgrounding

What to expect:

This breakout session will be led by McKenna Julian , Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator with Uinta County Extension, and Dagan Montgomery, Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator with Sublette County Extension, both from the University of Wyoming Extension.

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Breakout session #2

11:00 am- 11:50 am

Heifer development

What to expect:

This breakout session will be led by Shelby Rosasco, Extension Beef Specialist, and Brian Lee, Research Scientist and Economist at the James C. Hageman Sustainable Agriculture Research and Extension Center (SAREC)

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Lunch & Tradeshow

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

UWYO Research and Extension Centers Update

What to expect:

During lunch, Eric Webster, Director of the University of Wyoming Experiment Stations, will provide an update on the latest research happening at each of the research stations across the state.

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Breakout session #3

1:00 pm- 1:50 pm

Beef Market Outlook

What to expect:

This breakout session, led by Rob Ziegler, University of Wyoming Beef Marketing Specialist, will cover projected market trends that will affect the industry.

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Breakout session #4

1:00 pm- 1:50 pm

Cows & Calves

What to expect:

This breakout session will be led by
Chance Marshall, University of Wyoming Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator from Fremont County Extension.

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Matt Makens

2:00 pm - 2:50 pm

Keynote speaker

Topic: Weather Outlook and Considerations

Matt's talk will focus on specific global weather conditions impacting the region, with an emphasis on near-term outlooks and the potential long-term effects on our development, innovation, and adaptation strategies. Attendees will gain insights into how weather patterns in the coming decades may shape a more sustainable future for our industry

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Direct to Consumer
Panel

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Direct to consumer
Beef Marketing

What to expect

This panel discussion, moderated by
Jedidiah Hewlett, a University of Wyoming Extension Agriculture and Natural Resource Educator from Converse County, will feature local beef producers and processors sharing insights on the Wyoming beef industry, lessons learned, and future prospects for beef production in the state.

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Wrap up

3:50 pm - 4:00 pm

That's it—thanks for joining us

What to expect

We'll wrap up by discussing key takeaways, followed by an opportunity to ask questions, engage with our speakers, and learn more about University of Wyoming Extension programs and upcoming events.

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Be a Part of Something Bigger!

The South-East Wyoming Beef Symposium & Trade Show is a pivotal event dedicated to uniting livestock producers and industry professionals for an unmatched educational and networking experience.

Scheduled for November 19, 2024, at the Goshen County Fairgrounds Rendezvous Center in Torrington, Wyoming, this symposium offers a unique platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration within the beef industry.

Why Sponsor?

Sponsorship of this event is more than just a contribution—it’s an opportunity to connect with the agricultural community in South-East Wyoming and showcase your business to potential clients. Your support not only helps us bring this vital program to life, but it also positions your business at the heart of industry discussions, innovations, and networking.

As a sponsor, your business will be publicly recognized for its support and have the chance to engage with both current and future customers at the event. With limited trade show booth spaces available, this is your chance to make a lasting impact.

How to Get Involved

If you’re interested in sponsoring and securing a booth at the event, act now! Booth spaces are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. To become a sponsor, please fill out the attached sponsor form and return it with your payment.

We are grateful for your support and look forward to making the 2024 South-East Wyoming Beef Symposium a success with your help.