Advancing the forage industry through education, networking & leadership

November 16-18, 2010

Provided in a dual meeting format, the MFA Risk-Reduction Research Summit and Minnesota Forage Research Symposium offer complementary opportunities to learn, network and advance our industry. Leading forage experts will be on-hand to share their work. Forage producers, certified crop consultants, forage industry representatives, university and agency personnel alike won’t want to miss this first of its kind event.

MFA’s Risk-Reduction Research Summit • November 16-17, 2010

This meeting will focus on reducing risks by taking advantage of new research and policy opportunities. Presentations will include reports on the most recent Midwest Forage Research Program (MFRP) projects, crop insurance options, a USDA-ARS St. Paul Unit research update and NRCS conservation programs. Tuesday evening offers a poster session combined with industry exhibits and networking opportunities. On Wednesday morning, it’s time to roll-up your sleeves for roundtable discussions and brainstorming sessions about what is and is not working well in forage production practices and identify research priorities to help producers reduce risk and increase yield.

Minnesota Forage Research Symposium • November 17-18, 2010

The goal of the Symposium is to share the wealth of progressive University of Minnesota, USDA-ARS St. Paul Unit and NRCS forage-related research with producers, ag educators and industry representatives. The Symposium will build greater awareness of this research and provide participants a closer look at the most recent research available for use in the field. Wednesday evening will feature a poster session, exhibits and networking opportunities. CEU credits will be available.