Karla Wilke
Professor & Cow-Calf Stocker Management Specialist Animal Science University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Contact
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4502 Ave I
Scottsbluff NE 69361-4939 - Phone
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308-632-1245
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kjenkins2@unl.edu
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BeefWatch Articles
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Curriculum Vitae
Dr. Karla Wilke joined the University of Nebraska-Lincoln as an Assistant Professor in 2009, and currently serves as an Associate Professor and Extension Cow-Calf Stocker Management Specialist based at the Panhandle Research, Extension & Education Center. She is a member of the Range Beef Cow Symposium and Nebraska Ranch Practicum committees, and has served as the editor of the Nebraska Beef Report since 2012.
Education
Ph.D., Animal Science (Ruminant Nutrition), University of Nebraska-Lincoln
M.S. Animal Science (Ruminant Nutrition), University of Nebraska-Lincoln
B.S., Agricultural Education, Texas A&M University
Research
My research includes evaluating cow-calf systems, determining nutrient needs for the young cow, improving longevity of the cowherd. Additionally, I evaluate stocker supplementation systems for improved profitability.
Extension
My extension work involves working with producers to develop rations and management systems to improve profitability based on their resources and university research results. I connect with producers through webinars and meetings, such as the Range Beef Cow Symposium. I also write articles that address current issues producers may be facing.