An expansion of the extension effort of the Southeastern Hay Contest has been announced. The University of Florida, University of Georgia and Auburn University forage teams are promoting a new event on hay production. It’s called the SE Hay Short Course, where producers and forage specialists from multiple states can take part in this inaugural event. Marcelo Wallau, assistant professor – forage extension specialist with the UF Agronomy Department explains.
The SE Hay Short Course will include two online sections, one on hay use and quality targeting hay buyers (Aug 19th), and one on tools for hay production, targeting hay producers (Aug 26th). Then there will be a full day of hands-on experience on September 2nd in Lake City, Florida.
Register on Eventbrite:
- Online only: $15 (talks on Aug 19th and Aug 26th)
- Full registration: $40