Forage finished beef is of growing consumer and producer interest. Opportunities to direct market a higher value product appeals to producers. Healthier meat from animals raised on pasture appeals to consumers, and the ability to improve environmental outcomes appeals to both. Getting adequate growth to reach a "finished" state and addressing market issues can sometimes challenge, however. This workshop on […]
May 11-12, 2021 12326 VPI Farm Road, Glade Spring, VA 24340 Southwest Agricultural Research and Extension Center 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. Forage ID and pasture assessment Pasture and grazing management Designing a rotational grazing system Fencing and […]
The Virginia Forage and Grassland Council has partnered with the American Farmland Trust and the Mountains to the Bay Grazing Alliance to bring the professional Ranching for Profit Workshops to the heart of Virginia. Ranching for Profit workshops were first taught in the US by Stan Parsons in 1983. Since that time thousands of ranchers have participated in these professional workshops […]
Allen Williams is a 6th generation farmer and rancher and a founding partner of Understanding Ag, LLC. Allen has been consulting with farmers and ranchers, processors, and food companies across the US and in 34 other countries for more than 25 years. Understanding Ag: Understanding Ag is a regenerative agricultural consulting company that provides the support and confidence to help […]
The 2022 VFGC Grazing School is full, email vfgcforages@gmail.com to request to be placed on the waiting list. Include full name, address, and email in your request. Thank you for your interest in the grazing school. 2022 VFGC Grazing School for May 18-19th is now open for registration. This grazing school is for Producer Only, No Agency Participant at this […]
These workshops are designed for farmers looking to transform their farm operation into a profitable business with less work and stress. Dave Pratt has helped thousands of farm families build happier, healthier lives and improve the health and productivity of millions of acres and will be leading this 2-day advanced workshop . Dave began his career with the University of […]
Class is full to be placed on the waiting list email vfgcforages@gmail.com and request to be placed on the waiting list. The 2023 Basic Grazing School will be held on May 2 & 3, 2023 at the Rapidan River Ranch, 3375 Graves Mill Road, Madison, Virginia. Designed with beginning and experienced producers in mind, this 2-day, intensive course will teach […]
THIS MEETING IS FULL. TO GET ON THE WAITING LIST. EMAIL vfgcforages@gmail.com and request to be placed on the waiting list. What will I need to bring to the school? Clothing/gear/footwear for all types of weather. Much of the school will be outside, rain or shine! Do I need to make plans for meals and lodging? We start at 8 […]
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 & nutrient management Fundamentals of grazing management Designing a rotational grazing system Installing and using electric fencing Strategies to extend the grazing season Matching forage quality […]
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 This is a one-time opportunity in a small group setting to learn stockmanship in the field. Limited to the first 30 […]
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