held at the Texas AgriLife Research and Extension Center (10345 State Hwy 44) just west of the Corpus Christi Airport, on Tuesday, March 6, 2012.
Registration for the symposium will begin at 8:00 am followed by the program at 8:30 am. Morning topics will include; Forage Management and Grazing Systems, Designing An Early Drought Warning System, Economic Impact of Stocking Strategies in Drought and Economics of Different Forage Production Systems, Meeting Animal Nutrient Needs with Forage Management, Rangeland Response Following Drought, and Toxic Weed Identification.
Following a catered lunch, topics for the afternoon session will include; Farm Service Agency Update and Support Programs, Insect Pest Problems in Drought, Rainwater Harvesting for Livestock and Wildlife, Risk Management with Pasture Insurance, Weed and Brush Control Options and Weather Outlook for the Spring of 2012.
Registration fee is $20 per person which includes the catered lunch and all those planning to attend should call the Extension Office at (361) 767-5223 by March 2, 2012 to aid in meeting preparations. CEU’s will be offered for pesticide applicators and certified crop advisors. This symposium is being sponsored by Texas AgriLife Research and Texas AgriLife Extension Service. Individuals with disabilities, who require an auxiliary aid, service or accommodation in order to participate in any of the mentioned activities, are encouraged to contact the County Extension Office at 361-767-5223 at least eight days before all programs for assistance. Educational programs of the Texas AgriLife Extension Service are open to all citizens without regard to race, color, sex, disability, religion, age or national origin.
