Fuel growth, one insightful topic at a time
Herd health
Participants will emerge equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to proactively manage beef cattle herd health and ensure the well-being and prosperity of their herd.
Marketing & Business Management
participants will emerge equipped with the knowledge, skills, and strategic insights necessary to navigate the complexities of beef cattle marketing and business management, driving profitability, resilience, and competitiveness in the dynamic livestock industry.
Nutrition & Forages
Participants will emerge equipped with a comprehensive understanding of beef cattle nutrition and forages, along with practical sills and strategies to enhance the health, productivity, and sustainability of beef cattle operations through informed nutritional management practices.
Precision technologies
Participants will emerge equipped with a deep understanding of precision technologies in beef cattle management and the practical skills and strategies necessary to leverage these technologies effectively to enhance productivity, efficiency, and sustainability in modern beef production operations.
Reproduction
Participants will emerge equipped with a comprehensive understanding of beef cattle reproduction, along with the practical skills and strategies to optimize reproduction performance, genetic progress, and overall herd productivity within beef cattle operations.
Meat Sciences
Participants will emerge equipped with a comprehensive understanding of Meat sciences with an emphasis on beef, along with the practical knowledge and insights to enhance beef production efficiency, meat quality, and consumer satisfaction within the dynamic beef industry landscape.
Registration
Registration is all inclusive!
Adults: $175.00
College: $100.00
Association and Business Meetings
There will be ample time and space to host your annual, semi- annual, quarterly, or monthly meeting at the virginia beef cattle University conference. Interested in hosting an association or Business Meeting in conjunction with BCU?
Sunday Tours and Activities
Enjoy a day of networking and adventure through sunday night tours and activities! Read more about the tour options and activities that will be offered. Sign up available after registration!
Network with the Cattle Industry Corporations
Network with the cattle industry Corporations through a happy hour on monday!
Enjoy wonderful Prime Rib Smoked at The VT Meat Lab!
The Prime Hour: Beef and Brews
Enjoy a delicious prime rib dinner and Happy hour at the virginia Tech German Club!
Key Note Speakers!
Virginia Beef Cattle University is thrilled to welcome Dr. Brad White, DVM as our Keynote Speaker on July 22 at 9:00 AM!
If you don’t know Dr. White yet, let’s fix that. He’s a veterinarian, researcher, educator, and all-around cattle health guru with a deep passion for advancing the beef industry. With over 80 publications, 10 book chapters, and $3 million in research funding, he’s not just talking the talk—he’s shaping the future of bovine health.
From the veterinary clinic to the classroom, Dr. White’s career has been dedicated to helping beef producers and veterinarians make smarter, evidence-based decisions. His expertise spans everything from preventative medicine to epidemiology, making him a must-hear speaker for anyone serious about beef cattle health and management.
Mark your calendars, grab your coffee, and get ready for insights, expertise, and maybe even a few good cattle stories! We are thankful to have Dr. Brad White join us in our wonderful state of Virginia!
We’re excited to welcome Dr. Josh Maples to Virginia Beef Cattle University as a keynote speaker!
Dr. Maples isn’t just an Associate Professor of Agricultural Economics at Mississippi State University—he’s one of the go-to experts on livestock economics and beef cattle markets. If you’ve ever tuned in to a market update, read a cattle newsletter, or attended an ag policy discussion, chances are you’ve heard his insights. With over 50 academic publications, 200+ extension presentations, and 250+ issues of a regional cattle markets newsletter, he’s been breaking down market trends and helping producers make informed decisions for years.
Raised on a seedstock cattle operation in Elkmont, Alabama, Dr. Maples knows firsthand the challenges and opportunities cattle producers face. Whether it’s commodity futures, beef demand, or navigating the ever-changing market landscape, his talk is one you don’t want to miss!
Mark your calendar and join us for expert insights from josh Maples that can help you stay ahead in the cattle industry!
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