Practical Farmers of Iowa Field Day

Saturday, June 25, 2016 - 2:00pm to 5:30pm

"Managed Grazing to Improve Pasture and Cropland" at Nathan and Sarah Anderson's farm, 1920 520th St., Cherokee.

This field day will begin with a discussion about growing small grains within a conventional row crop system, followed by details on continuing pasture improvement. Learn about opportunities small grains offer, such as growing diverse cover crops and the ability to move cattle from pastures onto cropland to graze – a practice that simultaneously provides forage and improves soil quality. Nathan and Sarah look forward to sharing their ideas and getting feedback and knowledge from more experienced PFI members. Note: This event includes a pasture walk, so dress appropriately.

Also speaking: Colten Catterton, Green Cover Seeds; and David Weisberger, ISU Agronomy Department

Directions: From the intersection of Iowa Hwy 3 and County Road M10 in Cherokee County, drive 1 mile north on Co Rd M10; then turn west on 520th Street and drive 0.5 mile. The building site will be on the south side of the road.