2013 Advanced Grazing School
This is an intensive in depth one-on-one training.
Limited to 25 people per session. Cost $150.00 per person.
Three locations Clermont Farm Upperville, VA; Shenandoah Valley AREC, McCormick Farm; and
Southern Piedmont AREC, Blackstone, VA
Click the brochure for registration and more information
School is FullVFGC is offering a 2-day Beginning Grazier School, on April 22-23, 2013, in Weyers Cave, VA. This intense training opportunity is open to the first 30 producer participants who pay their registration. This grazier school is supported by grant dollars to subsidize the true cost and makes registration available at only $50 per participant if received by April 8, 2013.
See the attached Grazier School Brochure for all the details regarding the agenda, location, trainers and most importantly the registration details.
This very focused training opportunity includes:
-2 full days of instruction (about half in the classroom and half in the field learning environment)
-2 lunch meals and one dinner included with the evening speaker
-A training binder complete with presentations and supporting documents, related technical papers or publications
-A complimentary copy of Southern Forages and a grazing stick (a $40.00 value)
-Time to get to know the trainers involved with conducting this grazier school
REGISTER EARLY to confirm your seat at this great learning opportunity!
Click here for brochure 2013 VFGC Grazier School Brochure
For any out of town guests that are hoping to lodge nearby, a block of rooms have been reserved for “VFGC” at the Village Inn just a few miles away at 800-736-7355. Click here for lodging information Lodging
CONTACT PERSON: Tina Bowling, 800.944.2342 or tina.bowling@afgc.org
The American Forage and Grassland Council (AFGC) in conjunction with the Virginia Forage and Grassland Council will host the 2nd Annual National Tour, May 21-24, 2013 in Syria, Virginia.
The tour will feature tour stops at some of the leading forage operations in the region as well as educational presentations, AFGC National Hay Contest and a Cool Season Workshop.
“We want this to be an enjoyable and affordable experience for the attendees. That is why we included a tour of Montpelier, the home of James Madison, and Clore, a local furniture company known for quality workmanship. Plus folks will get to experience beautiful Virginia countryside, hospitality and home cooking associated with Graves Mountain Lodge,” states Robert Shoemaker, Virginia Forage and Grassland Council President.
The event will begin on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 with the Cool Season Workshop and then continue on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 thru Friday, May 24, 2013 with the tour and National Hay Contest. The event headquarters is Graves Mountain Lodge in Syria, Virginia.
“Plan to come to Virginia at a perfect time of year and expect to see examples of fine farms situated on some of the best land in Virginia. Virginia’s Northern Piedmont agriculture, located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains will be at its best in May. You will make lifelong friends here,” states Carl Stafford Event Chair.
Details and registration are available on the web at www.afgc.org. Or, contact AFGC at 1.800.944.2342 for information or questions.
The American Forage and Grassland Council is an organization made up of 21 affiliate councils with a total membership of about 2,500. Founded in 1944, its primary objective is to promote the profitable production and sustainable utilization of quality forage and grasslands. Contact AFGC, PO Box 867, Berea, KY 40403. Telephone 800.944.2342. Fax 859.623.8694. E-mail info@afgc.org. www.afgc.org.
To be a sponsor for the tour click 2013TourSponsorFlyer
To register for the tour click Tour2013RegPkt
Try the Hay Contest Click Hay Contest Rules 2013
Honoring Dr. White’s Years of Service
The Virginia Forage and Grassland Council seeks your assistance in honoring the life of Dr. Harlan E. White. The Dr. Harlan E. White Memorial Scholarship Fund has been established by the Virginia Forage and Grassland Council and will be used for scholarships, education, research, and other activities related to the promotion and better understanding of the forage industry.
To learn about about the scholarship fund click on the Scholarship Fund tab at the top of the page.
