Department of Animal Science, UC Davis
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A PUBLICATION FOR OUR ALUMNI AND FRIENDS
Fall 1996

Extension Program Aids Ranchers

No one needs to remind cattle ranchers that times are tough. Anima Science Livestock Systems Specialist Jim Oltjen has developed a course that helps cow-calf producers objectively evaluate the economic condition of their ranch businesses.

The course, Back in the Black, includes a workbook and a computer spreadsheet that enables users to project the economic impact of several 'what if' management options.

Oltjen has presented Back in the Black to ranchers at the California Cattlemen's Association Convention and at several locations around the state. He has also trained Extension personnel from California, Nevada, Oregon and Washington to teach the course in their own areas.

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