DUBOIS – The 13th annual Northwest Pennsylvania Grazing Conference will be held on March 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Tri-County Church located just off of Interstate 80 near Treasure Lake in Dubois.
Interest in grazing is stronger than ever as farmers look for ways to lower input costs and meet the demand for locally-grown grass fed meat and milk products. Whether you are new to grazing or a veteran, this year’s program offers something for everyone. For example, you will learn different ways to direct market agricultural products, discover the benefits of multi-species grazing, hear what an experienced meat processor has to say about maximizing yield from a grass-fed carcass and see if a renewable energy watering system is right for you.
The conference agenda features knowledgeable and experienced producers from right here in Pennsylvania. Our keynote speaker, John Hopkins, is co-owner and operator of the very successful Forks Farm and Forks Farm Market in Columbia County. Breakout sessions during the remainder of the conference are designed to address a wide variety of grazing-related topics.
The registration fee to attend is $25 per person and includes a continental breakfast and hot buffet lunch. Pre-registration is required by March 1. Conference information can be downloaded from the Headwaters RC&D Web site. For any questions, please call Headwaters RC&D at 814-375-1372 ext. 4.
Headwaters RC&D is a nonprofit organization serving the residents of Jefferson, Elk, Clearfield, Cameron, McKean, Potter, Clinton and Centre Counties. The mission of this organization is to provide leadership through projects and partnerships that develop or enhance the sustainable cultural, environmental and economic well-being of north central Pennsylvania communities. More information is available online.
