AMES — The Iowa Cattlemen’s Foundation will host the Iowa Beef Bash for high school students who are interested in a weekend learning experience about beef cattle production May 29-31 in Creston.
The group will tour Glenn and Bev Rowe, 2015 ICA Environmental Stewardship Award Program winners. Attendees will also participate in a session about ag professionalism led by trainer Jodi Beech.
The group will travel to Hawkeye Breeders, Adel; Nichols Farm, Bridgewater; Nodaway Feeders, Nodaway; and the Holmes’ Angus Farm near Benton. Participants will gain communications tips from KSIB Radio broadcaster Chad Rieck, Beef Quality Assurance training from Doug Bear of the Iowa Beef Industry Council and discuss ag careers.
The cost for the event is $30, and covers lodging, food, all transportation during the event, and all educational materials.
The event is limited to 40 participants. Register by calling the ICF offices at 515-296-2266, or going to the ICF website, www.iowacattlemensfoundation.org. Registration deadline is May 15.