Korean Beef Association to Host Symposium on Digital Information and Productivity

The Korean Beef Association (KBA) announced on June 5 that it will hold a symposium titled "Utilizing Digital Information and Improving Productivity in Korean Beef Farming" on July 2 at the Hongik University International Training Center in Sejong City.

The symposium will focus on "Data-Driven Profit-Centered Korean Beef Farming Techniques and Management Strategies." Experts in digital information, ruminant nutrition, carcass performance, and individual management will present their findings and engage in a Q&A session.

During the event, the KBA will unveil its newly developed digital information system for Korean beef. Attendees will have the opportunity to see a demonstration of the system, including how to use a dedicated chatbot, and learn practical applications for their farming operations.

Presentations will cover data-driven farming techniques and management strategies. Dr. Kim Hyun-jin from Seoul National University will discuss the impact of a free-choice feeding method on growth performance, supported by data.

Additionally, there will be case studies from Korean beef farms. Han Jong-min, the representative of Janghan Farm in Hampyeong, will share insights on improving carcass quality through effective farm management. Kwon Young-tae from Daehwang Livestock in Gokseong will present on calf production management and strategies for enhancing growth rates.

Participants can register on the KBA website until July 8, with a limit of 280 attendees on a first-come, first-served basis.

KBA Chairman Min Kyung-cheon expressed hope that the symposium will contribute to enhancing the competitiveness of Korean beef farmers.

In related news, the KBA hosted a talk concert titled "Korean Beef Has the Answer" on May 20 at The Book Company headquarters in Gangnam, Seoul, where it highlighted the history and nutritional excellence of Korean beef.