January 15, 2016
Kansas Junior Sheep Producer Day
The 2016 Kansas Junior Sheep Producer Day will be March 19, 2016 in Weber Hall on the Kansas State University campus. Presentations and demonstrations will be provided by featured guests, the Teague Family, as well as K-State faculty and staff members. This event will be a fun filled, educational day of activities in which youth, parents, sheep project leaders, and adults can increase their knowledge and experience of sheep production and management. Topics include market and breeding project selection, nutrition and feeding, management, health, meat science, wool judging, grooming, showmanship, and show ring etiquette.
This interactive event is designed for all ages and skill levels. All participants will receive a complimentary lunch and t-shirt (early registrations). The early registration deadline is February 24, 2016 and the fee is $15/person. Registrations received after February 24, 2016 cannot be guaranteed a t-shirt and the fee is $20/person. A flyer containing more information and registration details may be found on the KSU Youth Livestock website using this link: http://www.asi.k-state.edu/students-and-programs/youth-programs/ks-jr-producer/index.html. Online registration is also available at https://commerce.cashnet.com/KSUASIND. This event has been added on the Pulse Calendar through the Department of Animals Sciences and Industry.