Exploring New Ideas at the Choiniere Dairy Farm

The Choiniere Family Farm is a certified organic dairy farm that has been continually working on ways to develop their farm systems. Owner and operator Guy Choiniere will talk about grain production and innovative ways to integrate small grains into a dairy ration, as well as using bedded pack compost to improve pastures and extend the grazing season, and growing tillage radishes to reduce compaction. For more information or to register, call the NW Crop and Soils Program (802) 524-6501. Co-organized by UVM Extension, and UVM Center for Sustainable Agriculture with funding support from RMA and NRCS CIG. Pre-registration required.