We will be visiting the Colorado State University Agricultural Research, Development and Education Center in Fort Collins, Colorado. Dr. Temple Grandin, a Professor at Colorado State University and world-renowned animal welfare scientist, will discuss cattle handling and facility design in ARDEC’s working facility. Libby Bigler, the CO BQA State Coordinator, will review auditing techniques for cattle handling, facility assessment, and in-pen measurements following Beef Quality Assurance guidelines. Dr. Sara Place, an Associate Professor with Agnext – Colorado State University, will share with attendees the research that CSU is conducting related to enteric methane measurement, mitigation, and broader sustainability issues.