Carroll County Extension is hosting a program on managing cattle in drought conditions on Monday November 28th 2016 at 5:30-9:00 PM at the Carroll County Ag Center/Extension Office.  

Information and agenda for the workshop is provided below.  If you have questions and to register, call Richard Littleton, Carroll County Extension, at 770-836-8546.  Or you can e-mail Richard at rlittle@uga.edu

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Where:

Carroll County Ag Center/Extension Office

900 Newnan Road

Carrollton, GA 30117

Program:

Georgia’s Current Severe Drought Condition and Predictions into 2017

by Dr. Pam Knox, University of Georgia Agriculture Climatologist

Managing Nutrition and Forage Quality during Severe Drought

by Dr. Jacob Segers, University of Georgia Assistant Professor/Cattle Nutrition

Understanding Diseases and Health Challenges in Drought

by Dr. Brenton Credille, University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine/Beef Production Management

Navigating Expenses and Tax Challenges

by Dr. Levi Russell, University of Georgia Assistant Professor/Agriculture Economist

Cost:

$10 which includes meal and reference material. To attend the workshop, please register by November 23. You may register by emailing Richard Littleton at rlittle@uga.edu or calling Carroll County Extension at 770-836- 8546.