Hay growers association will hold annual meetings

The Northeast Washington Haygrowers’ Association will hold its annual meeting Saturday, December 7, at John’s Auto Repair in Clayton. A full day of educational presentations is planned, beginning with tips on transitioning to big balers at 8:45 a.m. This topic will be addressed by local growers and mechanics from St. John Hardware. A big baler will be on hand to demonstrate inspection, maintenance and evaluation of used balers.

Other topics in the morning are certification requirements for weed-seed-free hay and organic hay. The educational program will conclude after lunch with a presentation...