Forage Council Annual Winter Meeting with Steve Kenyon

Feb 11, 2025 8:30AM—3:00PM

Location

Central Lakes College, Staples Campus 1830 Airport Road Staples, MN 56479

Cost $30-$40

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*Note: Online registration for this event closed on 2/6/25. Registration will still be available at the door.

Advanced Grazing Techniques for Building Soil Health
(201 Level Workshop)

Steve Kenyon of Greener Pastures Ranching is coming back for the Crow Wing River Basin Forage Council‘s winter meeting. The Alberta grazer who drew great reviews when he was here over a decade ago is returning. Kenyon will be discussing advanced grazing techniques that he has learned over the years ranching in the Alberta landscape.

Topics

  • Paddock design and management
  • Outwintering research on carbon and water cycle
  • Small ruminants and livestock guardian animals
  • Grazing Pasture Calculator
  • Farmer Panel of regional leaders in managed grazing

After the workshop, join us for fellowship and conversation around good food and drink. You’ll have a chance to ask Steve your most pressing questions from the day.  Location: Beck’s Burgers, 119 3rd St NE Staples, Minn.  Time: 4:30 social hour, food and drinks on your own.

Advance registration requested, walkups welcome. $30 admission for SFA members, $40 for nonmembers. Members must log in to see member pricing. Learn more about joining SFA here.

Refunds for cancellations can be requested up to 48 hours prior to the event.

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Sponsored by:

NRCS