The Ontario Beef Research Centre – New Liskeard (formerly known as the New Liskeard Beef Research Station) was originally established as a demonstration farm in 1922 by the Ontario Government. Presently, the station consists of 636 acres, of which 400 acres are pastureland for a 160 cow-calf herd with replacement heifers, along with brought-in steers on pasturing trials. There are three barns approved for use, all equipped with a hydraulic squeeze system, which allows for safe handling and weighing of cattle.

Station Update

We're working to strengthen agricultural research at the Ontario Beef Research Centre in New Liskeard. Visit our station update page to learn more: NLARS station update

Research areas and outcomes

Areas of research include:

• Extend grazing using set-aside pasture in a swath or standing plus standing corn
• Low-cost feeding for pregnant cows
• Synchronized fixed time AI
• Foraged finishing heavy steers on pastures or in confinement

See current research studies at the Ontario Beef Research Centre – New Liskeard.