Acres U.S.A. 2018 Eco-Ag Conference & Trade Show
Date: 12/04/18
Location: Louisville, KY
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With many regions of the U.S. low on forage, demand has driven forage prices up and it’s a good time to think about opportunities for raising cover crops for that purpose, says Scott Wohltman.
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