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44  Nebraska Cattleman  December 2023 The financial support has been allocated into two vital domains: Nurturing Future Talent: A substantial portion of the award has been dedicated to nurturing the next generation of experts. Through research support and the invaluable opportunity to participate in professional conferences, we are actively sowing the seeds of curiosity and fostering the growth of young talent. This not only equips students with hands-on experience but also invaluable mentorship, preparing them to become trailblazers in the field of precision livestock management. Cutting-Edge Instrumentation: To push the boundaries of my research, access to cutting-edge instrumentation is imperative. Thanks to the endowment award, we have been able to invest in state-of-the-art sensors and data analysis tools tailored to precision livestock management research. These advanced resources empower us to monitor animal productivity in nearreal-time, a critical step in our mission to establish sustainable practices that benefit both the livestock industry and our environment. Our research projects are dedicated to tackling the most pressing challenges in range management and livestock production in Nebraska. We are actively engineering technology that optimizes livestock herd management, simultaneously reducing labor input and lessening our environmental footprint. By championing sustainable practices and providing students with life-altering educational opportunities, we are making an indelible mark on the long-term prosperity of Nebraska's agriculture industry and the preservation of its natural resources. The Nebraska Range and Conservation Endowment Award has empowered me to propel precision livestock management into the forefront of sustainable range management within our state. The allocation of funds toward student support and instrumentation investment propels us closer to our career goals. With the unwavering support of the Nebraska Cattlemen Foundation, we stand confident in our ability to fashion a brighter, more sustainable future for Nebraska's agriculture and conservation efforts. NC NC FOUNDATION • CONTINUED FROM PAGE 42 Spreading It Around is Better By Design. West Point Design (402) 372-2408 2074 S Hwy 275 West Point NE 68788 www.westpointimp.com Horizontal Distributor designed by West Point Design Berma Distributor NEW FEATURE! Power Lift Kit CALL TODAY! Pull Type or Truck Mount Styles 16T to 34T Sizes Available! To be a part of the Cattlemen's Marketplace, contact Sales Representative Amber Coleman at acoleman@ necattlemen.org

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