March 1, 2023 10:40 a.m.

The Oregon State University Extension Service, Douglas County Soil Water Conservation Service and the Umpqua Soil Water Conservation Service are hosting a Mud and Manure Management workshop for livestock owners on March 22nd.

The event will be split into a lecture and field tour with the lecture taking place from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the OSU Extension office in Roseburg. The tour will take place in June based on Cohort availability.

A release said during the lecture, participants will learn management strategies to deal with trampled soil, murky paddocks and excess manure. They will also learn about buffer zones, strategies to mitigate overgrazing and fertilizer management to reduce waste and pollution in pastured areas. Updates will be provided on grant funding available for land improvement and opportunities for technical assistance.

The two-part series is $15. Registration is required and must be completed by March 12th. To register call OSU Extension in Douglas County at 672-4461.