BQCA Training
BQCA Training
In-PersonLast Revised: Aug 25th, 2025
Event Description
What is Beef Quality and Care Assurance?
The Kentucky Beef Quality & Care Assurance (BQCA) Program is based on recommended national guidelines developed on scientific principles. This program enables beef and dairy producers to enhance their product, maximize marketability and strengthen consumer confidence.
Kentucky Beef Quality and Care Assurance takes national BQA practices one step further to provide a holistic program for Kentucky producers. The BQCA program adds a cattle handling and care component to the training model. Educational modules provide the best management practices for handling cattle and providing their well-being, in addition to training on the core principles of BQA.
Content includes:
Beef Quality Assurance Basics
Cattle Handling & Care Basics
Feedstuffs
Feed Additives & Medications
Processing/Treatment & Records
Injectable Animal Health Products
Cattle Genetics
Facility and Equipment Use
Cost: FREE
Registration: Cumberland County Extension (270) 433-7700
