Alan Sundermeier, director of the Ohio State University Extension-Wood County will discuss “Utilizing Cover Crops in Northwest Ohio Grain Cropping Systems,” Feb. 17 from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at the monthly Northwest Ohio Ag-Business Breakfast Forum.
 
The program will begin at 8 a.m. with informal networking prior, hosted by the Center for Innovative Food Technology (CIFT) at the Agricultural Incubator Foundation in Bowling Green.
 
Participants will learn the role cover crops play in successful sustainable farming systems, including when to plant, species selection, managing growth and winterkill, soil and nutrient benefits. In addition, local research will be shared to help guide producers in decision making.

The Northwest Ohio Ag-Business Breakfast Forum is an educational networking opportunity to provide information on current issues, trends and programs available to the agricultural community and those who support its advancement. Farmers, agribusiness owners and supporters of Ohio’s agricultural economy are encouraged to join CIFT on the third Thursday every month for this forum.
 
The cost is $10 per person (cash or check at the door), which includes breakfast and informal networking opportunities. Walk-ins are welcome, but guests are encouraged to reserve a seat in advance by contacting Paula Ray at 419-823-3099 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
 
The Agricultural Incubator Foundation is located at 13737 Middleton Pike (SR 582) in Bowling Green. 

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