The Forage Focus is a producer-and industry-focused newsletter that can be downloaded courtesy of the Manitoba Forage Council and the forage industry. To see past issues please go to Archives.

July 2010

Congratulations to the Chapmans – Red River Exhibition Farm Family of the Year, opportunities abound in Middle East, MFC supports Bill-C-474, summer seeding tips and the Provincial Grazing Tour is scheduled for July 21, 2010.

July 2010 Forage Focus

April 2010

Read about the new Canadian Forage & Grassland Association that has been formed, the new forage marketing group for hay sellers, the mission to the Middle East, plus Risk Factors for your alfalfa (P 13) & more.

Apri 2010 Forage Focus

December 2009

A new National Forage & Grasslands Association being formed. Western Canadian Holistic Management Course coming to Russell, MB. Roundup Ready Alfalfa – no plans for commercialization in Canada says Forage Genetics International President.

December 2009 Forage Focus

September 2009

With hay yield and quality varying across the province you may be in need of some help. Find out how you can stretch your hay to maintain your herd health. Find out about nitrates in your hay and what you can do to protect your stock. Check out upcoming conferences, Dr. Fred Provenza, Grazing School and Holistic Management.

June 2009

Want to market your biz on the net? Find out the most economical way to do it. When’s the best time to cut your alfalfa? Check out the Forage Bits section for info on Hay Days. Check  your Client’s ability to Pay – an insight into what our Manitoba brokers are doing.

March 2009

Interested in helping pave the way of the forage and grassland industry? Our workshop , April 8, 2009, will set us in a new direction. Annual General Meeting also coming on April 8th. Q & A’s about Round up Ready Alfalfa, latest hay prices, Graziers of the Year and more.