Feb 18, March 4 & 18, April 1, 15, & 29
Noon – 1:00 p.m. via Zoom
No Cost to Attend, Attend One or All Sessions
Register online, email Rich Toebe at rrt43@cornell.edu or call 607 538-1738
2020 is finally behind us. Winter has set in. Excitement is building for the 2021 Grazing Season. Join us for six noontime learning sessions. These sessions are for beginner and advanced graziers. We will review six basic tenets of pasture management. There will also be opportunities to share your experiences and plans while we learn from each other. So, bring your lunch and join us for some comradery!
February 18: Types of Grazing Systems
- Characteristics of different management systems – Which is right for you?
March 4: Pasture Soil Management
- Management strategies that lead to vibrant pasture soil ecosystems
Mar 18: Plant Biology – Grazing Context
- Understanding the biology of the different kinds of plants found in our pastures
April 1: Ruminant Biology in Grazing
- The ruminant digestive system and how your pasture system interacts with it
April 15: Mgmt of Plant & Ruminant
- Key concepts that result in both plant and animal health and productivity
April 29: What the Final System Looks Like
- Putting it together – What a vibrant pasture ecosystem may look like on your farm
Each session will last 45 minutes to an hour. Handouts and worksheets that will help guide our conversations will be emailed ahead of each session. Each session starts with a short presentation and is followed by facilitated roundtable discussion. Sponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension Delaware County and The Watershed Agricultural Council.