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The 2008 Conference
of the
American Livestock Breeds Conservancy

Shorthorn Oxen

Multi-Tasking Livestock
Adapted Breeds for Productive Farms

September 19-21, 2008

Hosted by
Tillers International
Scotts, Michigan

 

Join ALBC for a special conference with seminars that focus on integrating multi-tasking livestock for productive farms. Tillers International will be our host and venue for this conference. Their unique farm and mission demonstrate the value of multi-tasking livestock breeds. Friday and Saturday nights will feature special meals which will include rare breeds in the menu. There will be opportunities for members to network and share their experiences, successes, and hopes. Plan to stay and enjoy for Tillers’ Community Harvest Fest on Sunday as well.

 

Airport:
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport. Travel distance to hotel is 2 miles. To Tillers International 10 miles – about 15-20 minutes.

Accomodations:
Best Western Hospitality Inn (3640 East Cork Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49001) is the Headquarters hotel. Mention the American Livestock Breeds Conservancy to receive the special rates of $69.99-$89.99 (Thursday and Sunday nights are at the lower rate, Friday and Saturday nights at the higher rate). The phone number is (616) 381-1900.

Other accommodations in the area: Econo Lodge: (269) 388-3551, Country Inn and Suites Carlson: (269) 382-2303, Lees Inn and Suites Kalamazoo: (269) 382-6100.