Jan 20, 2026 – Jan 22, 2026
Cured Meat Short Course
Advance your expertise in cured meat processing with hands-on demos, expert-led lectures, and cutting-edge technology at Iowa State’s premier short course.
Feb 3, 2026 – Feb 5, 2026
Fresh Pork Processing Short Course – Spring
Explore the science and craft of pork processing through hands-on demos, expert instruction, and cutting-edge tech at Iowa State’s immersive short course.
Mar 3, 2026 – Mar 5, 2026
Fresh Beef Processing Short Course – Spring
Gain hands-on experience and expert insights into beef harvest, fabrication, and safety at Iowa State’s premier short course.
Mar 10, 2026 – Mar 12, 2026
ISU HACCP Workshop – Spring
Build foundational HACCP skills and earn certification through hands-on planning and expert-led training aligned with USDA standards.
Apr 7, 2026 – Apr 9, 2026
Dry & Semi-Dry Sausage Short Course
Master the art and science of dry and semi-dry sausage production through expert-led demos and hands-on learning at Iowa State.
Jul 13, 2026 – Jul 18, 2026
Sausage and Processed Meats Short Course
From fresh sausage to specialty meats, gain hands-on experience and expert guidance at Iowa State’s flagship short course.
Sep 8, 2026 – Sep 10, 2026
Fresh Beef Processing Short Course – Fall
Deepen your beef processing expertise through hands-on learning, expert instruction, and cutting-edge demos at Iowa State.
Oct 6, 2026 – Oct 8, 2026
ISU HACCP Workshop – Fall
Learn HACCP fundamentals and earn certification through hands-on planning and USDA-aligned training in Ames.
Oct 20, 2026 – Oct 22, 2026
Fresh Pork Processing Short Course – Fall
Sharpen your pork processing skills through hands-on demos, expert instruction, and small-group learning at Iowa State.
Nov 3, 2026 – Nov 5, 2026
Basic Sausage Short Course
Build a strong foundation in sausage processing with expert-led instruction, hands-on demos, and industry insights at Iowa State.
On Demand
Animal Care & Handling in Small Plants
This on-demand series is open to all meat industry professionals and stakeholders. Sessions will be available beginning June 23, 2021.
On Demand
Foundations of Listeria Control
Is your team truly prepared to tackle Listeria? This free, on-demand course lays the groundwork for smarter, safer meat and poultry processing—because food safety starts with shared understanding.