The event is designed for alfalfa producers, livestock/dairy producers and others who are involved in alfalfa production, purchasing, hay feeding or processing.

Over the course of the two days, Undersander will present a variety of sessions, which are part of the Alfalfa Intensive Training Seminar developed for the National Alfalfa and Forage Alliance. Key topics addressed will include managing drought effects, trace mineral impact, pest management, alfalfa in rotations, and contract harvesting.

Additional presentations will include information from soil water/irrigation and animal nutrition experts and a panel discussion featuring a mix of alfalfa producers and purchasers from across the nation.

"We are fortunate to have Dr. Undersander for this year's event. His sessions will be extremely valuable to alfalfa producers and purchasers as we head into an uncertain season in terms of weather and markets," said Barb Kinnan, executive director of NAMA.

"We have two jam-packed days of information, education, and innovation – all designed to help hay and livestock producers improve production, performance and profitability."

A new event this year, the "Forage Olympics," will feature teams of alfalfa producers and other conference participants competing in timed events such as hay strapping, stacking square bales and rolling large round bales.

Registration includes admission to all presentations and programs, a Tuesday afternoon reception, dinner Tuesday evening, admission to the trade show and the opportunity to bid in the fundraising auction that takes place Tuesday afternoon. The auction features a wide range of items including seed, harvesting equipment, supplies and other valuable products and services.

Registration is $10 per person in advance – advance tickets must be purchased by noon, Feb. 1 – and $20 at the door. Participants under the age of 18 are admitted at no charge. Click here to register online. Call (800) 743-1649 for more information.  FG

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—From Nebraska Alfalfa Marketing Association news release

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Over the course of the conference, Dr. Undersander will present a variety of sessions that are part of the Alfalfa Intensive Training Seminar developed for the National Alfalfa and Forage Alliance. Photo courtesy of the Nebraska Alfalfa Marketing Association.