Featured Speaker: Steve Fransen, WSU-Prosser

Steve was the Forage Specialist at Puyallup for many years before moving to his current position in Prosser. He has done forage work on both sides of the Cascades and has a good handle on forage management and plant growth.

Steve’s first talk will talk about grass management with a focus on the roots and what they can tell us. His second talk will focus on producing high quality grass baleage. His interactive presentations are very educational and enjoyable, with good audience participation.

Other conference highlights include:

• Forage 101 — Woody Lane will lead a two-hour session covering the basics of grass growth and sustainable grazing management. NEWCOMERS WELCOME! The Principles covered apply equally to large and small acreage.
• George Taylor will discuss climate change and what it means to us in the Northwest
• Paulette Pyle from Oregonians for Food and Shelter will discuss legislative issues.
• Shelby Filley will show how using soil test results and information on types of fertilizer can help improve farming practices.

Cost
$15 for OFGC members ( includes lunch)
$25 for non-members (includes lunch)

Register at the door with cash or check.