Seminar: Selecting Quality Horse Hay

— Written by Kerry Jones — Contributors: Cassie LeMaster | October 14, 2021

On November 3, 2021, Agriculture Agent Cassie LeMaster will present an in-person seminar on selecting quality horse hay.

This workshop will address questions such as what exactly is “horse-quality hay?” Does everyone have the same definition of it? What factors should go into selecting hay for horses? Participants will learn about forage quality and nutrition standards to meet the demands of their equine.

Horse owners: learn hay production and quality concepts to help source exactly what your horses need.

Topics:

Factors Affecting Hay Quality: Field Management, Harvesting, and Storing
Interpreting a Hay Analysis: Low sugar? High Protein? Does it matter?
Comparison of Common Hay Species: Which types are best?

This seminar will be held at the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Polk County Center, 79 Carmel Lane in Columbus, NC.

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Written By

Kerry Jones County Extension Administrative Assistant

Contributors

Cassie LeMaster Extension Agent, Agriculture - Livestock, Equine

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