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and when, Bowman shares that the purpose of the event typically remains the same year-to-year. “Our field day is open to everyone in our association and other associations in our area, such as our local cattle- men’s association or even folks at the national level,” Bowman says. “Each field day is unique to the farm that hosts it. Some field days will have a small show. Others just have a social event, but we try every year to have an educational event.” According to Bowman, the educa- tional event tends to include a rep- resentative from the Santa Gertrudis Breeders International (SGBI) Board of Directors, a regional representative or a delegate from SGBI. In the past, local Extension agents and university profes- sors have also been invited to present at a field day. The educational compo- nent is certainly praised by many, but the true highlight of any good field day is getting to connect with likeminded individuals. Farms, Statesville, N.C. The annual event is open to its members and others, including other cattle producers in the area. RIGHT: Attendees of the 2021 Breeders of the Carolinas Field Day pose for a photo at Flatwillow

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