Interim Farm and Industry Short Courses will be offered the weeks of Jan. 3-7 and Jan. 10-14 at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The application deadline is Dec. 20. Course fees include registration and instructional materials; lodging and meals are not included. For registration forms or information on parking and lodging, call CALS Conference Services, (608) 263-1672. For more information on course content, call Rick Daluge, (608) 262-3127.

COURSE OFFERED THE WEEK OF JAN. 3-7
Diagnosing and Monitoring Pest and Nutrient Status of Field Crops
Course provides the skills necessary to properly monitor corn, alfalfa, soybean and wheat problems. Emphasizes proper identification of abiotic and biotic problems and symptoms (especially insects, diseases, weeds, nutrient deficiencies, compaction, herbicide injury). Techniques covered include crop staging, soil and plant tissue sampling, nematode and insect sampling.
Jan. 3-7 Instructors: B. Jensen, J. Doll, C. Boerboom, R. Borges, L. Bundy, B. Hudelson, J. Lauer, S. Sturgal, D. Wolkowski. Fee: $200

COURSES OFFERED THE WEEK OF JAN. 10-14
Advanced Dairy Reproduction
Students will become proficient in artificial insemination, ovarian palpation and pregnancy detection. Embryo transfer and ultrasound-guided oocyte aspiration will be demonstrated.
Jan. 12-14 Instructors: Paul Fricke and Dave Northey. Fee: $250

Livestock Marketing
Class will analyze various marketing methods, how prices are determined, interaction of supply and demand for meat, techniques of market management. Industry guests will assess the roles of producers, livestock markets, packers, retailers, food service and the public sector in the marketing of meat and livestock.
Jan. 10-12 Instructor: Patrick Luby. Fee: $200

Pasture Management
Covers pasture establishment, improvement, and plant growth. In-depth discussions of pasture layout, fencing and water systems. Pasture utilization by animals, including animal behavior on pasture, animal nutrient needs versus pasture growth, and supplemental feeding also covered.
Jan. 10-13 Instructors: Dan Undersander and Dick Cates. Fee: $200
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