Dual Purpose Cropping Day

TFS are running an on-farm workshop to delve into the basics of dual purpose cropping and hay making.

Schedule for the day:

James Cheetham – dual purpose cropping 101

Grazing management of crops – introducing stock to the crops, supplements needed

Crop agronomy – selecting the paddock, preparation, timing and maintenance

Management requirements of dual-purpose crops to optimise livestock production and grain yield

Paddock walk to trial sites and crops

AJ Gibson – farmer perpsective

Overview of farm management and how dual purpose cropping fits in

Weight gains off crop

Lessons learnt, tips for those wanting to give it a go

Adrian Keith – hay and silage making

Overview of cutting hay/silage plus common pitfalls

When to stop grazing, how to prepare paddocks for cutting

How to get the most out of hay silage – how to know if it’s worth cutting and getting the timing right

Lunch will be provided after the field day, please register for catering purposes.

This project is partly supported by Transgrid.