RUSSELL — Kansas State University Animal Sciences and Industry and Midway District Extension is hosting a Calving School on at 6 p.m. Jan. 9 at the Dole-Specter Conference Center, 1430 S. Fossil, Russell.

The program will outline the normal calving process as well as tips to handle difficult calving situations. A.J. Tarpoff, K-State Extension beef veterinarian, explains the goals of the event are to increase knowledge and practical skills, and to increase the number of live calves born.

The schools will also share tips on when and how to intervene to assist the cow and how those times may be different when dealing with young heifers. Presenters will also demonstrate proper use of calving equipment on a life-size scale.

Clinton Laflin, Midway District’s livestock agent, will also discuss bull and heifer selection, EPDs and genetic tools to improve your operation.

There is no cost to attend this meeting, but RSVPs for a meal count are requested by Jan. 4 by calling 785-483-3157 or 785-472-4442.