MU Extension Offering Hay Production Workshop in Bates County

BUTLER, MO – The grass will be growing soon and area forage producers will be working to make the most of this valuable livestock feed source. 

Nutrient and economic management of hay depends on many factors.  The University of Missouri Extension is providing a hay production workshop in Butler, MO, to ease these hay management decisions. Three area Extension Specialists are covering hay economics, production, and utilization and feeding.

Hay Economics - Mark Jenner, Ag Business Specialist, Bates County

Hay Quality and Fertility Management – Travis Harper, Agronomy Specialist, Henry County

Forage Options and Nutritional Needs – David Hoffman, Livestock Specialist, Cass County

Mark Jenner is a new MU Extension agricultural specialist in Bates County with his expertise in management and economics.  Attendees will also get the latest information from veteran area specialists, Travis Harper and David Hoffman.

The hay workshop will be held from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm on Friday, February 21, 2014, in Robertson Hall at the Bates County Museum, 802 Elks Drive, Butler, MO. 

Early-bird registration for this workshop is $15 person by Wednesday, February 19^th.  After the 19^th, registration will be $20 per person.

Call 660-679-4167 to register or send Mark Jenner an email at jennermw@missouri.edu.  Remember the prices go up after February 19^th.