Sheep and goat producers across the region are invited to attend the 3rd Annual Sheep & Goats Field Day, set for Thursday, July 31, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the MU Southwest Research, Extension and Education Center (SWREEC), located at 14548 State Rd. H in Mount Vernon.
“The 3rd Annual Sheep & Goats Field Day provides an excellent opportunity for producers, and anyone interested in diversifying their farm with small ruminants, to learn, connect, and engage,” said David Brown, MU Extension Small Ruminant Field Specialist.
The event will feature a full day of hands-on demonstrations, educational sessions, and expert-led presentations. Highlights include a live virtual fencing demonstration, where attendees can use an app to create fencing boundaries in real-time, and an interactive “Ask the Veterinarian” Q&A session.
Presentation topics and speakers include:
-
Hoof Care – Dr. Celeste Morris, DVM (MU Veterinary Health Center)
-
All Things Forages – Dr. Harley Naumann (MU Extension)
-
First Aid for Small Ruminants – Dr. Kirk Hubbard (Highland Animal Hospital, IL)
-
On-Farm Biosecurity – Dr. Corinne Bromfield, DVM (MU)
-
Virtual Fencing Demo – Kaitlyn Dozler (MU Center for Regenerative Agriculture)
-
Reproductive Management (AI & Embryo Transfer) – Dr. Jordan Thomas (MU)
-
FAMACHA Certification – Dr. David Brown (MU Extension)
-
Ask the Vet Q&A – Dr. Sarah Reinkemeyer, DVM (MO Dept. of Agriculture) and Dr. Hubbard
The event is sponsored by MU Extension, USDA/NIFA, eShepherd, BioZyme Inc., Missouri Katahdin Breeders (MOKATS), No Fence, Missouri Forage and Grassland Council, FCS Financial, Southwest Livestock Sales LLC, and Farfalle’s Fresh Italian Dining & Catering, LLC.
Registration is $25 per person and includes refreshments, educational materials, and a buffet-style lunch featuring lamb kebabs and meatballs. Participants must register by July 25 at https://cvent.me/2aX3qk or by calling the St. Clair County MU Extension Center at (417) 646-2419.
For additional information or accommodations, contact David Brown at (417) 646-2419 or email davidbrown@missouri.edu.
