Alfalfa Symposium - December 10-12, 2012

Oct 2, 2012

The latest innovations in alfalfa and grains will be showcased at the annual Alfalfa Symposium, December 10-12, in Sacramento.

The symposium is sponsored by University of California Cooperative Extension, Agriculture and Natural Resources, UC Davis Department of Plant Sciences, the California Wheat Commission and the California Alfalfa and Forage Association.

Plan now to participate and

  • Learn from over 30 expert speakers
  • Visit with your colleagues from all over the state at the evening receptions
  • Stop by the exhibit area to see the latest alfalfa and grain products and services 
  • Join us for the Delta Agricultural Tour on Monday Dec. 10th
  • Receive a copy of the Conference Proceedings

There are over 2.7 million acres of hay and grain crops in California, most of which are alfalfa and wheat.  These crops produce a tremendous amount of food for humans, particularly milk, cheeses, and yogurts from forages, and bread and pastas from wheat. This comprehensive conference will focus on the many issues related to forage and grain crops, particularly global issues, economics and crop production techniques. Discussion topics will include water management, fertilizers and nutrients, crop quality and pest management.

The Alfalfa Symposium is intended for farmers, pest control advisers, certified crop advisors, industry members, agency representatives and anyone who wishes to become informed about important issues related to alfalfa and grains.

For more information and to register, see the 2012 Alfalfa Symposium website.


By Daniel H Putnam
Author - Cooperative Extension Specialist, Agronomist in the AES
By Shannon C. Mueller
Author - Emeritus Agronomy Farm Advisor
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