Welcome to the Manitoba Forage Council

The Manitoba Forage Council is a progressive organization that proactively initiates projects and hosts events which benefit those who make their livelihood in the forage and grassland industry in Manitoba. We aim to encourage producer profitability while protecting our most valuable resources  – our land, waterways, and wildlife diversity. Our research project results are communicated via workshops, conferences & meetings as well as on this website. We have produced numerous publications on Pasture Planning, Forage Fed Beef Production, Argentina Forage Fed Beef Production, Developing your Grazing System, and Sod Seeding, Forage & Grassland Reference Manual which are available free through our office, MAFRI or in our Resource Section. The Manitoba Forage Council is also a member of the Canadian Forage & Grassland Association - the national voice for all Canadians who produce hay and forage products and for those whose production is dependent upon forage/grassland production.

WHAT’S NEW

May 2012 – The Green Gold Alfalfa Harvest Program is underway once again. Coordinated by John McGregor, this program will help growers monitor and predict the date when pure alfalfa stands are at optimum (150 RFV) quality. McGregor is covering Eastern, Central and Western Manitoba. If you would like to receive weekly reports email us and we’ll add you to the list.

July 25/26 – Provincial Pasture Tour  – Eastern Manitoba

May 2012 – Feeding strategy study completed by U of M and Ag Canada. Read the Technical Bulletins.