Organic and conventional dairy and livestock farmers are invited to the next Farmer-to-Farmer Discussion Group meeting on Monday, May 16 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Guilford, Vermont. Hosted by the David and Mary Ellen Franklin family, this is part of a series for farmers to share experiences and information to help them improve their farms.
Highlights include "Holistic Planned Grazing," a form of management intensive grazing methods to optimize soil health and fertility, forage production, and livestock nutrition. Attending farmers will work with professional advisors, who are in a multi-year training program, to develop a grazing plan with the Franklins.
Franklin Farm is a certified organic dairy, milking herd of 40-plus head multi-breed cows, with breeding (including NZ genetics) for peak grazing and forage utilization.
Come share your ideas and experiences. The group will also identify upcoming topics and on-farm meetings.
Note: NOFA VT will provide disposable pull-on booties for participants.
