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Second Southern Iowa Grassroots Grazing Session Set
Iowa Ag Connection - 05/23/2016

The second session in the three-part series, Grassroots Grazing, for young and beginning graziers in southern Iowa is set for May 26 at the Tony Mullen farm near Corning. Iowa State University Extension beef specialist Joe Sellers said this event features information on cover crops usage in beef operations and yield prospects for no-till soybeans.

"We'll also take a look at a rye stand that will be chopped and bagged in the next few weeks, and talk about the nutritional value of ryelage," Sellers said.

Sellers said the session begins at 6:30 p.m., which gives attendees time to attend a grilling event by the Adams County Cattlemen at the Corning Farmers Market before heading to the farm.

"The Beef Month grilling celebration at the Corning City Park runs from 5 to 7 p.m., so people headed to the grazing session should plan to enjoy a sandwich by 5:45 and still get to the farm on time," Sellers said. "From Casey's in Corning, go west two blocks and turn right on Davis Avenue. Go two and a half blocks north and the barbecue event will be in the park to the left."

To get to the farm, go north from Corning on Highway 148 approximately four miles to 183rd Street, also known as the Carbon Corner. Go west (left) one mile on 183rd Street to Holly Avenue and turn south (left) approximately 1/4 mile. There's a farmstead with a white house on the east (left) side of the gravel road. Drive through the farmstead to the machine shed.

"There is no fee to attend, but we encourage preregistration to ensure adequate materials for everyone," Sellers said. "Please contact me at 641-203-1270 or ISU extension beef specialist Chris Clark at 712-250-0070, or Brian Peterson at 641-344-1026 for more information."

The series is provided by ISU Extension and Outreach and the Natural Resources Conservation Service, and ISU extension beef program specialists will lead sessions with assistance from other producers and volunteers. Additional local sponsors are the Southern Iowa Forage and Livestock Committee and the Adams County Cattlemen's Association.


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