Cattle farming: Training on bovine nutrition is coming
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- A postgraduate course on beef cattle nutrition and production will be offered virtually, starting October 7, 2026.
- The course, led by Dr. Aníbal Fernández Mayer, covers topics like supplementation, forage reserves, and feedlot management.
- It is designed for professionals and university students in the agricultural sector, with registration fees varying by deadline.
The Argentine livestock sector is set to benefit from an advanced training opportunity with the upcoming II Postgraduate Course on Beef Cattle Production and Nutrition. This virtual course aims to equip participants with practical and conceptual tools to enhance beef production systems.
The program, scheduled to run every Wednesday from October 7 to November 4, 2026, will consist of five intensive seminars. Each 120-minute session will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Argentina time. To ensure accessibility and comprehensive learning, all classes will be recorded and shared with attendees, along with supplementary reading materials and practical workshops.
Dr. Aníbal Fernández Mayer, a recognized specialist in beef and dairy cattle nutrition with extensive academic credentials, will lead the course. His expertise will guide participants through critical aspects of cattle management. The curriculum includes detailed discussions on energy and protein supplementation, strategies for using grains, and the importance of high-quality forage reserves like hay and silage.
Further topics will delve into feedlot management, utilizing non-traditional feed sources, and optimizing the use of lower-quality forages. The course is targeted at professionals such as agronomic engineers, veterinarians, and animal scientists, as well as university students who have completed foundational courses in animal nutrition. Early registration, by September 15, costs $120, increasing to $150 thereafter.
Interested individuals can find more information and register via WhatsApp at +54 9 2923 641420. The course promises to be a valuable resource for advancing sustainable and efficient beef production practices in Argentina.
Originally published by La Nación in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.