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From: "Michele Brane" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Date: Wed, 17 Jul 2002 09:53:34 -0400
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Green Genes: Choosing Genetic for Sustainable Livestock Production 20
The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy is celebrating its 25th
Anniversary of saving breeds from extinction with a spectacular conference
September 20th-22nd at Hancock Shaker Village, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.
The New England Heritage Breeds Conservancy will co-host our conference
during their annual Exhibition and Sale of Rare and Historic Livestock. A
wide variety of livestock and poultry will be on display to delight
everyone. Don�t miss this opportunity to hear internationally acclaimed
speakers and see historic breeds in this historic setting and catch a
glimpse of emergence of New England fall colors.
Presentation Highlights:
Temple Grandin � Selecting Genetics for Grass-Based Production
Dr. Grandin is an Assistant Professor of Animal Science at Colorado State
University, where she teaches courses on livestock behavior as well as
facility design. She has designed livestock handling facilities in many
parts of the world. Her �Center Track Restrainer System� is used for nearly
half of the cattle in North America today. She also consults the livestock
industry in areas of facility design and handling, with special
consideration for animal welfare. She has authored over 300 articles in
scientific journals and livestock periodicals on topics such as animal
handling, animal welfare, and facility design.
D. Phillip Sponenberg � Sustaining Conservation: Making Rare Breeds Secure
for the Long Term
Dr. Sponenberg is a Professor at Virginia Tech Veterinary College in
Blacksburg, Virginia and has been working to conserve rare American breeds
for thirty years. Internationally known for his work in color genetics, he
has authored numerous books and publications. His experience includes that
of both an academic and an animal breeder, allowing him to utilize practical
as well as theoretical aspects of breed conservation.
Gerald Fry � Selecting Genetics for Fertility
Mr. Fry has spent 60 years in the cattle industry. His reproductive center
specializes in collecting, processing, and storing semen and embryos. His
reputation for fertility enhancement produces pregnancy or viable semen
through a properly balanced mineral & management program. Through semen
evaluations and study of the phenotype, Mr. Fry has developed a standard for
early selection and sound management decisions at weaning. Mr. Fry has
consulted and spoken extensively in America and other countries.
Ridgway Shinn, III � Regional Meat Marketing: Bringing Home the Gold
Mr. Shinn is the Director of the New England Livestock Alliance. He is a
certified organic livestock farmer from Hardwick, Massachusetts, who raises
Tamworth, Gloucestershire Old Spots, and Large Black swine as well as Soay
sheep. Ridge learned about historic farming while working at Old Sturbridge
Village. He was one of the founding members and volunteered as the first
Director of the American Minor Breeds (now the American Livestock Breeds
Conservancy).
Ann Wells � Selecting Genetics for Good Health
Dr. Wells serves as Technical Services Manager for ATTRA (Appropriate
Technology Transfer for Rural Areas) headquartered in Fayetteville,
Arkansas. She spent several years in a small ruminant veterinary practice
in Southern Missouri. She has spoken widely on selection and preventive
health for grazing animals and grass-based production. She is the author of
several papers on organic livestock and on Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
in livestock production.
For more information contact ALBC at PO Box 477, Pittsboro, NC 27312
(919) 542-5704 FAX (919) 545-0022 or [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Invest in ALBC to help ensure the future functioning of agriculture.
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