Extension
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| 1072 - Forages | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1072.6) | 3 |
Number of producers who conducted on-farm demonstrations or applied research trials |
| 1072.1) | 152 |
Number of people who gained knowledge of forage production, management and/or profitability which could include species, best management practices for species, forage harvest and storage, pasture renovation |
| 1072.2) | 53 |
Number of people who made decisions based on Extension research including interseeding clover/legume, using cover crops and/or alternate forage species |
| 1072.3) | 27 |
Number of producers who used Extension recommendations to improve quality of haylage/silage storage |
| 1072.4) | 5 |
Number of producers who developed or implemented a grazing plan |
| 1072.5) | 112 |
Number of producers who used temporary fencing |
| 1072.7) | 2 |
Number of producers who planted or started using any alternative forage for grazing |
Author: Taylor Graves
Major Program: Forages
The Hay Day Field Day was a successful event that saw the participation of over 50 individuals, all with a shared interest in hay production. The event was an opportunity for attendees to engage in discussions and presentations on various topics related to hay production and marketing. Attendees learned about effective marketing strategies for hay, including different avenues to reach buyers and optimize sales. Additionally, there was a focus on establishing and managing alfalfa crops, covering
