2026 Form-A-Feed Professional Beef Conference
Grand Falls Event Center on June 24-25, 2026 in Larchwood, IA
Grand Falls Casino and Golf Resort
1415 Grand Falls Blvd, Larchwood, IA 51241
712-777-7777
www.grandfallscasinoresort.com
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This year’s Form-A-Feed Beef Conference brings together forward-thinking producers and industry experts focused on shaping the future of beef production. This event blends tradition with progress, honoring the heritage of hard work while exploring new ideas in nutrition and management straight from cattlemen and industry professionals. Join us in June for practical insights and meaningful connections!
The Form-A-Feed Professional Beef Conference begins at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 24 and concludes on Thursday, June 25 at 12:00 p.m. Registration includes one room for up to two people for the full conference. The cost is $90 if you register by May 22nd, 2026 and
$120 after that date. If you would like to register additional people for one room, please contact Connie Felton at conniefelton@formafeed.com or call 800.422.3649.
Register by May 22, 2026 to take advantage of Early Bird Rates!
REGISTER HERE!
CONFERENCE AGENDA - DAY 1
Cattle Market Outlook with Insight on Becoming a Better Marketer
Brad Kooima – Kooima Kooima Varilek Trading, Inc.
A fundamental look at where we’re at in the cattle industry and some technical comments on where we might be going.
What You Need to Know About Receiving Protocols & Cattle Vaccinations
Dr. Mick Harding, D.V.M. – Sioux Nation Ag Center
There are many factors to consider when receiving cattle. Dr. Mick Harding will discuss common pathogens, vaccines, intranasal treatments, and other treatment options in relation to the risk levels of acquired livestock.
Afternoon Mini-Sessions
Our afternoon mini-sessions will be an opportunity to break into small groups to learn about a variety of topics including feedlot management, receiving protocols, data analysis and forage management. Plus have an opportunity to learn from Form-A-Feed experts on nutrition and management.
CONFERENCE AGENDA - DAY 2
The Art of Raising Your Own Replacement Heifers (Breakout Session)
Dr. Elizabeth Graber, D.V.M. – Sioux Nation Ag Center
Raising your own replacement heifers can help you avoid the expense associated with purchasing bred cows, yet it also provides the opportunity to develop the productivity of the animals and the quality of your herd. Dr. Liz Graber will share how thoughtful selection, paired with a quality nutrition program and intentional health management protocols, will help you build the herd that fits your operation.
Common Vitamin/Mineral Deficiencies of Beef Cattle in North America
(Breakout Session)
Dr. Jeffery Hall, D.V.M., Ph.D., Diplomat A.B.V.T. – Huvepharma
Moderated by Daniel Kohls, Form-A-Feed
Vitamin and mineral deficiencies still plague the cattle industry. They cause significantly increased production costs associated with increased disease, treatment costs, lost production, increased cull rates, and death losses. Dr. Hall will address the commonly identified vitamin and mineral deficiencies in the central US, causes of the deficiencies, testing strategies, economic costs to producers, and overall impacts on animal health. Dr. Hall will also present information that clarifies some questions associated with use of dietary organic/chelated minerals or the use of injectable trace minerals.
Ask the Experts Panel
Dr. Elizabeth Graber, D.V.M , Dr. Jeffery Hall, D.V.M., Ph.D., and more
Join a panel of experienced experts for an interactive session designed to give practical insights to strengthen your cow-calf operation. This discussion will focus on real‑world strategies to improve herd health, reproductive performance, nutrition management, and overall profitability in cow-calf operations.