One of the most common questions we get in Extension is how can I accomplish my agricultural goals while remaining within a set of parameters. The goal of this workshop is to provide producers knowledge and inspiration to make the best use of whatever space they have available to them whether it be a 2,000 square foot yard in a subdivision inside city limits or 20 acres in a rural area. This workshop is focused on the housing requirements and general husbandry of five commonly raised agricultural animals in our region.

Topics will include:

• Back Yard Poultry Flock Considerations presented by Myrl Sistrunk
• Swine Production presented by Tyler Braud
• Rabbit Production presented by Chase Domangue
• Forage Management presented by Tripp Morgan
• Small Ruminant Production presented by Ashley Edwards
• Small Acreage Cattle Production presented by Tripp Morgan

The workshop will be held on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at the LSU AgCenter Ouachita Parish Auditorium, 704 Cypress Street, in West Monroe, Louisiana. The workshop will be from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with a one-hour lunch break. Lunch will not be provided. If you plan to attend, please RSVP by Monday, September 16 by contacting the Union Parish Extension Office at 318-368-9935. If you are already engaged in animal agriculture and would like more information or if you have always wanted to raise animals but have never known where to start, this workshop is for you! We look forward to seeing you.

For more Information contact Tripp Morgan at the Union Parish Extension Office, 318-368-9935.

The LSU AgCenter is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you require special assistance to attend this event, please contact Tripp Morgan at 318-368-9935.