As the recognized national forage organization, the Canadian Forage and Grassland Association (CFGA) strives to develop resources to support the production and marketability of Canada’s forage industry. To that end, the CFGA has developed an intensive training workshop on seed selection, multi-species forage establishment, quality and production improvement as well as harvest and storage optimization. 
 
The High Performance Forage Workshop takes place March 5 to 7 at the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg and is open to agriculture and environmental staff, agronomists, agrologists and other industry professionals. It will provide an in-person opportunity for them to further develop their knowledge of forage performance to better support producers and growers across Canada. 
 
Led by Dr. Dan Undersander from the University of Wisconsin, with support by senior subject matter experts, the workshop will walk attendees through a comprehensive, detailed agenda over the three days. Day one starts off with seed genetics, selection and gene flow before breaking into the specifics of alfalfa, clover and legume growth. Day two covers the forage life cycle, including establishment, quality definitions, cutting techniques and pest and disease management. Day three concludes the workshop with harvest and various preservation techniques and will also touch on contract harvesting. 
 
Discussion groups throughout each day will allow for theoretical knowledge application for attendees’ respective situations in workshopping opportunities. Attendees are expected to participate throughout the workshop, with continuing education units (CEUs) available for Certified Crop Advisors (CCAs) upon completion. 
 
A full agenda is available on the CFGA calendar. Note the agenda is subject to change. 
 
If you are interested in registering, contact Emma at [email protected].