The Future Use of Computers in Practice

Abstract

Since this presentation is given in the cow/ calf section, I will try to address my views and visions to the use of computers in beef cattle cow / calf practice.
I believe the practitioners here today can be grouped into various categories as far as their exposure to computers in their practices. First some of you have no exposure, but may be thinking about their use. Second, some have a computer but are using it only for clerical and bookkeeping chores. I have been in some practices where the computer is sitting in the corner collecting dust. Third, some of you have a computer and are actively using it and looking for new ways to make it serve you.