The Virginia Forage and Grassland Council
The Virginia Forage and Grassland Council (VFGC) was formed June 9, 1977; we are an affiliate member of the American Forage and Grassland Council and a non-profit organization of the Commonwealth. Activities of the council are supported by members, industry, and partnering organizations. VFGC currently has over 300 members from across Virginia.
The mission of the Virginia Forage and Grassland Council is to educate producers, policy makers, and the general public about the economic, environmental, and social benefits of forage-based production systems. Please explore our website to learn about upcoming educational programs and resources regarding forage production, grazing management, and grassland resource conservation.
Designed with beginning and experienced producers in mind, this 2-day, intensive course will teach you everything you need to know to better manage grazing on your farm. Basic pasture and forage management Soil fertility &…
We would like to thank you again for your sponsorship of past Virginia Forage and Grassland Council (VFGC) winter forage conferences. Our 2025 winter forage conferences are scheduled for the following dates: January 28 –…
Twilight Pasture Walk on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at Marlboro Angus (Wayne Snapp’s Farm). No need to register. If inclement weather the rain date is October 30th. Conversation Topics: Farmer to farmer discussion about grazing…
Join VFGC for an in-depth look making, buying, and using quality hay and baleage. Featured speakers include Chris Teutsch, Extension forage specialist with University of Kentucky, and Jessica Williamson, hay and forage specialist for Massey…
Join VFGC for this one-day school featuring expert instructors & hands-on fence building in the field. Learn materials selection, fence design, brace construction, high-tensile woven & smooth wire installation, & electric fencing. Come prepared to…
Join nationally-renowned instructors Curt Pate and Lewis Sapp in the field to learn about: fence layout & grazing system design moving livestock in grazing scenarios calming and settling livestock using stockmanship to make your everyday chores easier & safer…