Event information
Date and time
Location
West Central Research & Outreach Center
46352 State Hwy. 329
Morris,
MN
56267
Contact
Anthony Hanson, [email protected]
Multi-state forage field day (in person or online)
This field day will include a combination of classroom and field demonstrations. Attend in person or online.
Agenda
- Discussions on interseeding in alfalfa and grazing under solar panels using virtual fencing.
- In-depth explanations of manure use on forages and managing pest issues in alfalfa.
The field day is supported by Upper Midwest universities and forage associations as part of the I-29 Moo University, along with generous support from sponsors.
Audience
Anyone interested in foraging, crop production, or pest management.
Cost
Free
Includes lunch, thanks to generous support from sponsors.
Registration
Whether you plan to attend in-person or virtually, please fill out the form below to help with planning.
Those attending virtually will be emailed a Zoom link the day before the event. If you have any questions, contact Anthony Hanson at [email protected].
Accommodations
University of Minnesota Extension is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services and activities. To request accommodations for persons with disabilities, reach out to the event contact two weeks before the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.
Language
This offering is delivered in English. Interpreter services may be available with an advance request.
Schedule
9 a.m. Check-in
9:30 a.m. Welcome and orientation
9:40 a.m. Interseeding in alfalfa and sorghum processing
10:40 a.m. Grazing innovation: solar panels and virtual fencing
11:40 a.m. Manure application simulation
12:20 p.m. Lunch and forage ID scoring
1 p.m. Alfalfa disease and insects
1:45 p.m. Interseeding forages in the Upper Midwest
2:30 p.m. Manure nutrients and soil health follow-up