2025 ARSBC, September 17 & 18, North Platte, NE

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

The importance of early conception and the factors that influence it – Rick Funston, PhD, University of Nebraska – Proceedings

Understanding and controlling the estrous cycle – Mario Binelli, PhD., University of Florida

Synchronization protocols and use of sexed semen in AI programs – Jordan Thomas, PhD, University of Missouri –

Putting your estrus synchronization plan into action – Sandy Johnson, PhD, Kansas State University

Implementing and being successful in artificial insemination programs– Joe Dalton, moderator, University of Idaho; Panel: Bobby Strecker- ABS Global; John Herrick- Select Sires; Brandon Miller- Genex

Using estrus synchronization for natural service – George Perry, PhD, Texas A&M University – Proceedings

Impact of bull overnutrition during development on fertility – Pedro Fontes, PhD, University of Georgia – Proceedings

Are We Our Own Worst Enemy? Safeguarding Reproductive Efficiency Through Thoughtful Vaccination Program Design and Implementation – Becky Funk, DVM, University of Nebraska Great Plains Veterinary Education Center

Managing for efficiency in the cowherd – David Lalman, PhD, Oklahoma State University – Proceedings

Thursday, Sept. 18th

Balancing maternal and terminal traits– Matt Spangler, PhD, University of Nebraska – Proceedings

Genetic selection for cow fertility and longevity – Bob Weaber, PhD, Kansas State University – Proceedings

Cow herd nutrition during pregnancy: impact on subsequent fertility and offspring performance – John Hall, PhD, University of Idaho – Proceedings

Pre- and post-breeding nutrition to improve reproductive success – Shelby Rosasco, PhD, University of Wyoming

Embryo Transfer – Applications and Advancements – Lee Jones, DVM, Bohringer Ingelheim – Proceedings

Strategies to identify new fertility markers in semen – Saulo Menegatti Zoca, PhD, University of Tennessee

The future of beef sire fertility evaluation -Ky Pohler, PhD, Texas A&M University