Boots in the Barn to start in January
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will offer a new program for female beef and dairy producers held in northeast Iowa starting in January. Boots in the Barn is a three-part series for women involved in cattle production. Three workshops will be offered January 4, 11, and 18. Dairy topics will be discussed from 1-3 p.m. and beef topics from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
“We’ve had great success with programs designed specifically for women,” said Denise Schwab, beef specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach. “Women often prefer to learn in small groups and with hands-on opportunities. They like to ask lots of questions of presenters without feeling intimidated, so programs designed specifically for women are very effective.”