October 19, 2022 9:40 a.m.

The Oregon State University Extension Service Douglas County is offering two workshops for members of the agricultural community.

“Chicken Processing for Small Farm Producers” will be held November 12th from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Kellim Farms near Glide. Agent Logan Bennett said it’s a hands-on workshop where people can learn how to process chicken in an open-air facility. Bennett said participants will get information on cleaning and storing birds safely and in compliance with farm-direct poultry laws. The cost is $10 or $35 with a processed chicken.

“Soil Health Management for AG Land and Pastures” is scheduled for November 18th from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Elkton Community Education Center Library. Bennett said during this presentation attenders will learn how to improve return on investment in crops and forage, and take and interpret soil samples. Also covered will be details on how to minimize soil erosion and runoff while improving soil quality on farms and ranches. The workshop is $10.

To register or get more information on either workshop, call OSU Extension at 672-4461.

Logan Bennett talked about both events during the Morning Conversation Wednesday on News Radio 93-9 FM and 1240 KQEN. That interview is a KQEN Podcast at www.541radio.com.