The Penn State Extension is hosting a workshop that will provide instruction on ways to produce high-quality hay. The workshop is being held March 14 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Butler Township Park, 468 South Duffy Road.

“Producing the highest quality hay is a goal that every farmer should have,” said Andrew Frankenfield, agronomy extension educator. “Whether you are feeding hay to your own animals or marketing your hay to others, quality is of the highest importance.”

The workshop will address current production topics, including soil fertility management; managing mixed stands; forage quality and testing; forage weed control; minimizing dry matter loss after cutting; tips for reducing hay drying time; preservatives; bale handling; advantages of baleage; cost of hay production; and marketing hay.

The $25 registration fee covers lunch. Space is limited.

The registration deadline is March 13. People can register at extension.psu.edu/hay-production-workshop or by calling 877-345-0691.