2003 Sessions

Resource Management Track

RM 101 - Fence Posts Talking to Each Other
Ever feel like everyone is talking to each other, but no one is really listening? Dr. Ron Hanson makes an entertaining presentation that will help you open up communications throughout your operation.

RM 102 - The Farm Bill: What it means to YOU
After discussing the Farm Bill and programs for cattle producers, you'll develop a skeleton document for your operation to take home and use with your NRCS agent.

RM 103 - Wildlife and Cattle Management Issues
Wildlife provides viable alternative revenue for many cattlemen. Monitoring and managing wildlife is important to preserve the habitat and to protect the health of your cowherd and wildlife.

RM 104 - IRM: Putting the System to Work
Hear from producers and beef specialists about tools and management skills that can affect your cow-calf operation's bottom line.

RM 201 - NCBA Spokesperson Training
Ever wonder how to respond to the media about the beef industry? Learn tips and techniques to make

2002 Sessions

Resource Management Track

RM101: The Legal System - What You Need to Know
Speakers: Bill Thomas, Marty Smith, the CATL Fund
Cattlemen's Land Fund Board will share legal information on conservation easements and their use in cattle operations.

RM102: Personnel Management
Speaker: Dr. Bernie Erven, Ohio State University
Quality labor can be hard to find. Learn how to hire, retain and motivate employees. Find out how to identify roles and responsibilities and how to resolve conflict.

RM103: Estate Planning
Speaker: Jay W. Mitton, NFTPAP
Nationally recognized estate-planning specialist Jay W. Mitton will discuss tools and strategies to help you pass your assets on to future generations.

RM201: Managerial Accounting for the Farm and Ranch
Speakers: Don Gillings, FFSC; Homer Buell, Nebraska Producer; Christine Hamilton, South Dakota Producer
The Farm Financial Standards Council has developed a set of guidelines for agricultural use of managerial accounting. Learn more about this system and if it fits your operation.