The agriculture marketplace is constantly changing, requiring producers to identify farming
practices that allow them to remain profitable and environmentally sustainable. Partnering with
the Cedar Creek Farmers Producer Led Group and Washington Co. Land & Water, we planned
a Regional Ag update meeting that provided insight on topics related to disability resources for
farmers, manure and nutrient management, feed efficiency and quality for livestock and marketing considerations to recognize as we plan the 2024 crop year. I invited speakers that are experts in their field and were able to provide up to date, practical management applications for attendees. Attempts were made to include speakers with a wide range of expertise to provide a well-rounded program to best suit the needs of attendees.

92% of attendees rated the program as “Excellent” or “Good” overall. A majority (over 50%) of
attendees indicated they would use information “a great deal” related to Feeding Cover Crops
(54%); Manure Management (65%), Local Nitrogen Rates (52%) and Marketing Ideas for 2024
(53.6%). Attendees indicated they saw value in manure sampling and management, implementing cover crops as part of soil health programs, and practical ways to feed cover crops to livestock. These management practices can better equip producers and supporting agribusinesses and agency staff to increase resiliency in crop systems and farm businesses.