MANTENO, Ill. — Grazing land management is about managing your livestock to make the most of your pastures while maintaining and improving land condition. Healthy land means healthy livestock and a healthy, sustainable business. University of Illinois Extension is collaborating with Green Lands Blue Waters and the United States Department of Agriculture’s Risk Management Agency to offer a free workshop exploring the best species for grazing, fly control, crop insurance and more. Participants will spend the morning discussing these topics, enjoy a free lunch and later participate in a pasture walk with an in-depth discussion regarding grazing management.
This free workshop will be Saturday, July 21 from 9am-1:30pm at Law-Rae Manor Dairy, 5898 E. 7000N Road, Manteno, IL. Advance registration by July 20 is by visiting go.illinois.edu/dmp. For questions or additional information, please contact Doug Gucker at 217.877.6042 or dgucker@illinois.edu.
University of Illinois Extension’s Local Food Systems and Small Farms programming improves producer profitability and sustainability through demonstration and teaching focused on using best management strategies in all aspects of the local food production and sales. For more information, contact Doug Gucker at 217.877.6042.
University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in this program, please contact 217.877.6042.
— University of Illinois Extension
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