There will be an MU Extension workshop titled “Strategies to improve pasture and grazing management” on Jan. 23 at the Vernon County Fairgrounds Diner in Nevada. The workshop will run from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.  The teachers for the workshop is Patrick Davis Cedar County MU Extension Regional Livestock Specialist and Pat Miller Vernon County MU Extension Regional Agronomy Specialist.  The topics covered will be:

• Pasture soil fertility improvement and management

• Weed and brush control management

• Incorporation of forages in pasture to extend and improve the grazing season

Cost of the workshop is $15 per person and registration along with payment for the workshop is due to the Vernon County MU Extension Center by Jan. 20.  If the workshop is cancelled due to bad weather the makeup day is Jan. 24 same time and place.  If you would like to register, have questions or would like more information, please contact the Vernon County MU Extension Center at 417 – 448 – 2560 or by email at vernonco@missouri.edu.

Sincerely,

Patrick Davis, Ph. D.

Regional Livestock Specialist

Cedar County University of Missouri Extension Center

113 South Street, Stockton, Mo. 65785

Phone: 417 – 276 – 3313

Mobile:  417 – 955 – 0287

Email:  davismp@missouri.edu